We continue to work with Sandwell schools to build and support their music offer. It is our goal
to encourage every school in Sandwell to work with us, so that there is an equity of opportunity
for children to learn a musical instrument during their time at school.

Happy New Year from your team at SIPS Education – we all hope you had a wonderful break.

Welcome to your latest edition of Scoop – news, updates and views from your SIPS, the region’s only not-for-profit, schools’ owned co-operative.

Inside you can read about:

  • New Stewardship – Sarah O’Boyle becomes SIPS Chair
  • Looking Back, and Looking Forward – editorial
  • HR & Payroll solutions – your one-stop-shop
  • Work Related Learning – supporting young people’s aspirations
  • Spotlight on Safety Management – meet our new team members
  • Christmas Carols – a look-back at our festive music concerts
  • Introducing SIPS TechPlus+ around the clock IT services 24/7 – 365
  • School Meals – Procurement, Governance and our exciting new food-portal
  • Innovations in Governance – introducing enhanced inductions and our new IRP services
  • Schools Finance – helping you navigate 2025

If you have any ideas on new services or support requirements, please don’t hesitate to get in touch – we are your service, we belong to you, and only exist to support schools and school communities.

We hope you enjoy the read and thank you for your continued support. We look forward to being at your side in 2025.

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