Financial management software for LEA-maintained schools
We work closely with local authorities to make school finance simpler and more joined-up, whether you're managing it centrally or supporting schools to make their own choices.
Here’s how we support you:
- LA-wide visibility and reporting tools
- Cloud-based budgeting and finance software that’s easy to roll out across schools
- Support for centralised, decentralised or hybrid buying models
- Templates and automation to reduce admin and manual entry
- Expert guidance from people who know LA finance inside out
Watch the video to find out more.
Why choose our financial management solution for your schools?
Customised reporting for local education authorities
Custom reports for your LA, delivered faster
We understand that local authorities have unique and specific reporting requirements. But don’t let that hold you back. With our new customised reporting functionality, we leverage an API to create custom reports that meet your LA’s specific needs. No matter what LA you’re part of, we’ve got you covered.
Discover how in this short clip featuring our pre-sales consultant, Jack Webster. For a 6 minute demo video (including a product tour), hit the link below.
Reforecasting feature now available in the Snapshot view
Revolutionise budget management with direct adjustments, eliminating manual updates
Now you can track your budget year-round, tweaking it as needed - based on expected outcomes, end-of-year projections, and variances, all from one convenient view.
Bid farewell to manual data analysis and entry, and welcome faster decision-making, time savings, and enhanced data quality.
Support schools with integrated curriculum & financial planning
Many local authorities are already supporting schools to bring curriculum and budget planning closer together. It’s a simple but powerful way to make sure staffing, timetables and spending decisions all work towards the same goals.
Built into Access Education Budgets, our ICFP module helps schools make confident, informed decisions, and gives you a clearer picture of how resources are being used.
Whether you offer traded services, support maintained schools, or help with school improvement, ICFP is a practical way to encourage better planning and long-term thinking.

Tailored finance solutions for local authorities
The procurement process differs from authority to authority. But don’t worry. Access Education has you covered.
Join the growing number of LEAs switching to Access Education Finance & Budgets
Here’s the simple way to manage your school’s finances
Keeping track of school budgets and finances doesn’t have to be a challenge. With our Financial Management solution, you can bring together Access Education Budgets and Access Education Finance into one intuitive system designed for LA maintained schools. Want to make it even easier?
Our Access Education suite bundles offer the ultimate convenience:
- One platform, one contract, one price - built to simplify school finances.
- Customise your bundle to suit your school’s needs and unlock exclusive discounts based on your contract term.
- Say goodbye to per-pupil pricing with a simple, transparent ‘per school’ rate.
Designed with your school in mind, Access Education helps you save time, reduce complexity, and focus on what matters most - supporting your students.

Why local authorities love our financial management software
Latest insights on finance & budgeting software for LAs
Discover valuable resources and updates to support your research and purchasing decisions. Our news and articles offer expert advice, case studies, and industry trends to help you make informed choices for your financial management software.
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What are the benefits of early engagement with providers in software procurement?
Our Education Finance Expert, James Kirby details the benefits of talking to software providers early in the procurement process.
What are the initial steps for schools purchasing Access Finance software?
Our Education Finance Expert, James Kirby explains the initial steps for schools purchasing Access Finance software.
How do we customise the finance software for each school’s needs?
James Kirby, Education Finance Expert at Access, explains how we customise finance software setups for each school, ensuring smooth implementation.
How do we support local authorities?
Education Finance Expert Expert James Kirby shares how Access Education can support both your LA and your schools.
How do we customise software training?
After onboarding, schools receive customised training to effortlessly master the software and reduce workload, with our expert, James Kirby, explaining the process.
Why choose Access Education Finance & Budgets?
At Access, our Education Finance Expert offers extensive finance expertise, making us the top choice for education finance and budgeting solutions.
Solutions created by educators, for educators
At Access Education, we believe in simplicity. Our suite of integrated solutions is designed to seamlessly work together, creating a unified experience that transforms how you manage your school or trust.
- Financial Management: Optimise budgeting and financial management with real-time insights and simplified reporting.
- People Management: Manage recruitment, payroll, and staff well-being effortlessly.
- Parental Engagement: Consolidate communications and administrative tasks into one intuitive system.
- Curriculum & Assessment: Enrich learning with Access GCSEPod and Key Stage 3 resources, offering comprehensive content and insights.
Explore our full educational software solutions
Experience effortless integration, enhanced efficiency, and a unified user experience. Our solutions work together to simplify your processes, so you can focus on what truly matters: delivering exceptional education.