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Assisting your academy be it a school or college with specialist VAT advice
Leading Accountants for Academies, Academy VAT
Dedicated information for Academy Schools and Colleges
We know how easy it can be to get lost in the VAT maze and our website has been specifically designed to help you through it! With our experience as leading Accountants for Academies advising on treatment of VAT we are able to answer questions that you may have regarding your academy.
Our website is an easy to use guide which is packed with valuable information and expert guidance about registration and the rules which apply to everyday transactions in your academy.
We are now seeing Colleges converting to Academy status and therefore this website is equally applicable to colleges and schools.
Here’s what we can assist you with:
- The treatment for numerous different transactions
- Information on the different ways an academy can be structured and organised
- Inform whether it is desirable (or necessary!) to register for VAT
- Reclaiming the correct amount of VAT on costs
- The VAT recoverable using voluntary claim Forms VAT126
- Planning ideas to help improve recovery of VAT
Academy Accounting means adapting to a new accounting and financial reporting regime and dealing with the requirements of the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) which can be daunting. Our specialist Academy Accountants are here to guide you through it.
What our clients say
In all their dealings with Eggar’s School, we have found HWB staff to be very professional, knowledgeable and approachable. They do an excellent job of keeping us informed as they are always at the end of the phone, host regular School Business Manager meetings, send out EFSA Updates and have set up this VAT web advice link, which is very user friendly.
Alan Rolfe has assisted efficiently on any VAT queries, with clear and concise advice, especially with unusual aspects of VAT. i.e. Invoicing for Head Teacher secondment.
Alan Rolfe, as with all the staff from HWB, are always extremely friendly and helpful, and provide an excellent service.
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Benefit in Kind (BiK) tax changes for company cars for the 2026–27 tax year
BiK tax changes for company cars for the 2026–27 tax year have been confirmed. These updates have now been published through government and industry sources and these changes will affect the tax collected on some benefits, particularly those operating electric or hybrid vehicles.
Read the full article by clicking the link in our bio.
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Tax card: With the new tax year now underway, we invite you to review the key tax rates and allowances for the year ahead.
Our 2026/27 Tax Card provides a clear and concise overview to support effective planning over the next 12 months.
View or print our 2026/27 tax card by clicking the link in our bio.
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Oakhaven Business Club: We enjoyed an excellent evening at the Oakhaven Business Club event at Moorhill House, Burley.
Our Director Michaela Johns was a keynote speaker, sharing inspiring and practical business tips with fellow professionals.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to such a positive atmosphere.
Contact us at HWB today for all your accountancy and business advisory needs.
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Charity of the year: We’re proud to announce @sophies_legacy as HWB Chartered Accountants’ Charity of the Year.
Based in Chandler’s Ford, our team will be supporting this incredible charity throughout the year through fundraising events, item donations and hands‑on involvement.
Sophie’s Legacy was founded in memory of 10‑year‑old Sophie Fairall, who sadly lost her battle with cancer in 2021. The charity supports families staying in hospital with their children by providing thoughtfully put‑together parent packs containing essential items such as toiletries, tea and phone chargers.
Each week, Sophie’s Legacy distributes around 50 packs to 12 hospitals across the South, including 13 wards at Southampton General Hospital — making a real difference to families during incredibly difficult times.
We’re honoured to support such a meaningful cause and look forward to helping wherever we can this year
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National Landlord Investment Show: Directors Tom Young and Andy Kershaw attended the National Landlord Investment Show at Southampton’s St Mary’s Stadium.
The event provided valuable insight into key topical issues and upcoming changes affecting the private rented sector, including Making Tax Digital, the Renters’ Rights Act, and the current challenges facing landlords.
Tom and Andy said it was a worthwhile opportunity to stay informed and up to date.
Contact us at HWB today for all your accountancy and business advisory needs.
T: 023 8046 1200
E: [email protected]
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Network my club event: Coming straight off the Easter break, the atmosphere at the latest event was buoyant and full of optimism for the months ahead.
Director Matt Cooper enjoyed a delicious lunch and relaxed networking which entailed both first time visitors and familiar faces,
The content session took the form of an engaging Q&A with Matt Mullins, Director of Action Coach Portsmouth and Chichester, he introduced the Action Coach business coaching model and explained how the ABOS Framework helps business owners set clear goals and stay focused on growth.
A great afternoon of insight, connection and positive momentum.
Thank you to Network My Club for hosting
Get in touch with HWB for all your accountancy and business advisory needs:
T:023 8046 1200
E:[email protected]
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Lunch and golf: Director Michaela Johns attended the Executive Association Solent’s Lunch and Golf event at Chewton Glen.
She said it was a great opportunity to enjoy practicing on the driving range while building new connections.
A special thank you to Stephen Jenkins for his insightful talk on “How to Elevate Your Buying Position” – a fascinating and informative session.
Thank you also to Chewton Glen for hosting another excellent and engaging event.
Contact us at HWB today for all your accountancy and business advisory needs.
T: 023 8046 1200
E: [email protected]
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Director, Michaela Johns was interviewed by That’s TV Solent earlier this week. The interview can be seen on their Facebook page and the full article about student loans is on our website.
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