Education sector

“I am proud of our commitment to the education sector. We look after more academies than every other bank combined and have a national network of relationship managers supporting multi-academy trusts, stand-alone academies and independent schools.“

Phil Herriott
Director of Education

Phil Herriott
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Contact Gemma Hales

Regional Performance Manager, Scotland

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Contact Dene Jones

Head of Education, Charities and Government.

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Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

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Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

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Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

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Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

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Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

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Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

Email Darren

Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

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A dedicated relationship manager

A dedicated relationship manager

Our relationship managers provide a nurturing approach to the challenges and opportunities the sector faces. We manage over two thirds of schools that have converted to academies.

A bespoke service

A bespoke service

Our experience means that we can offer a comprehensive banking service based on the things that we know are important to the education sector.

Sustainability

Sustainability

At the heart of our education support is an understanding of the need to put sustainability front and centre.

Independent schools

Independent schools

Independent schools need a bank that understands their specific needs. We can support your ongoing growth and borrowing requirements and help when you are looking to invest in your facilities and infrastructure.

Banking for independent schools

Independent school funding

Independent school funding

Our relationship managers will discuss how our funding options can support your plans with loans up to 25 years.

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School vehicles with Lex Autolease

School vehicles with Lex Autolease

Lex Autolease is the UK’s leading fleet management and funding specialist, helping you meet the challenges of operating vehicles for your educational establishment.

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Flexible bespoke deposits

Flexible bespoke deposits

We can help you make the most of your cash flow by setting up bespoke deposit accounts.

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Other products for the education sector

Other products for the education sector

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Contact Gemma Hales

Regional Performance Manager, Scotland

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Contact Dene Jones

Head of Education, Charities and Government.

Email Dene

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Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

Email Darren

Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

Email Darren

Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

Email Darren

Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

Email Darren

Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

Email Darren

Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

Email Darren

Contact Darren Flynn

Regional Head of Scotland, Corporate and Institutional Coverage.

Email Darren

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Sustainable business

Supporting Scottish businesses transition to low-carbon, sustainable business models and operations and to pursue clean growth opportunities.

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ANY PROPERTY GIVEN AS SECURITY, WHICH MAY INCLUDE YOUR HOME, MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE OR OTHER DEBTS SECURED ON IT.

All lending is subject to a satisfactory credit assessment and we will need your permission to carry out a credit check on you and your business.

You should not apply for an amount that you cannot comfortably afford to repay now and in the future to avoid the possibility of legal action.