Supporting Independent Schools

Welcome to the Independent Schools’ Bursars Association

The Independent Schools' Bursars Association (ISBA) supports and advises the bursars and senior management staff of more than 960 independent schools across the UK and overseas.

Our services are designed to assist school staff in the successful administrative, financial and operational management of their schools. Whether it is online, over the phone or in person the ISBA is here to help.

Find out how we do it here.

For Schools

Benefits of ISBA Membership

Join our community of hundreds of bursars and school business managers all benefiting from the ISBA's specialist advice and guidance services, regional group meetings and professional development events.

For Business

Corporate Opportunities

Connect with us if your firm can offer schools a reliable and cost-effective service or product and you would like the opportunity to raise your profile within the independent school sector.

Becoming a Bursar

Life as a Bursar

Get a unique insight into a career as a bursar or a senior member of the support staff within an independent school through ISBA courses, publications, job listings and much more.