Bursar’s Review ISBA Annual Conference 2019

Stand 134 Making change easy, with Schoolblazer HEADLINE PARTNER 60 Their vision is now a reality. They are the one of the largest and most trusted suppliers of uniform and sportswear to independent schools in the UK with market-leading levels of customer satisfaction. They understand this market. Independent school parents are busy – they want the convenience of online shopping with accurate sizing. They don’t want to spend their valuable time making fitting appointments to try on garments that they have no choice as to whether to buy – they expect technology to solve that for them. They also want well-fitting, ethically sourced garments. Schools want distinctive uniforms and an end to the ‘uniform headache’ of poor service, inadequate supply or on-site shops that absorb space and capital. How Schoolblazer solves those problems: ■ their unique web platform, with Intelligent Sizing, enables today’s busy parents to shop quickly and easily, confident that items will fit without the hassle of visiting the local shop to try on; ■ they sew name-tapes into all of their garments free of charge, saving busy parents yet more time; ■ they bring real innovation in product, fabrics, style and fit, ensuring that every school has a uniform that enhances its brand and can be worn with pride by its pupils; ■ they deliver an exceptional service, with market-leading levels of product availability, order turnaround and account support, all underpinned by a detailed service level agreement; ■ they deliver great value; and ■ they are focused on building an ethically responsible and sustainable business, ensuring that they improve the lives of everybody who helps them to create their product. Change is easier than you may think. Over the last decade, Schoolblazer has supported over 150 of the UK’s leading independent schools to move to them. They’ve helped them through their detailed design and development process, working together to ensure that the transition is smooth and trouble free, and that the uniform is loved and worn with pride by every pupil. Each of these partner schools has made a positive decision to join Schoolblazer. The company doesn’t grow by acquisition; instead, they grow by consistently winning competitive tenders, managing the change and then ensuring customer satisfaction, and KPI delivery means that their schools stay loyal, year after year. Schoolblazer hopes that this article provides a small taste of their business, values and passion. The ISBA annual conference is a great opportunity to meet old friends and build new relationships, and nothing can replace a one-to-one meeting to explore Schoolblazer garments and fabrics, share design insights, and discuss your ideas – so please visit them on stand 134. They will also be talking about their new ‘We Care’ agenda, with their environmental and social responsibility goals for the year ahead. They look forward to seeing you and telling you more. Schoolblazer was founded with a clear vision: to delight independent schools and their parents by offering a simple and convenient shopping experience and real choice in design and service. www.theisba.org.uk