Bursar’s Review Autumn 2019.

Out of all the articles in this issue of the Bursar’s Review, we have agged up some of the most important topics for your ‘to do’ list. De nitely don’t miss SamCoutinho’s article on page 18 that explains the bene ts of diversity on governing boards. 5 TheOfficialMagazineof the ISBA Whyyoumustget toknowand understandallyourstakeholders Page 40 Can theSENandDisabilityTribunal orderan independentschool to admitorreinstateapupil? Page 49 Autumn2019 YOUR GOVERNING BOARD HOW DIVERSITY STRENGTHENS The Bursar’sReview Autumn 2019 Page 18 Autumn19_COVER.indd 1 08/10/2019 10:30 @the_isba Autumn 2019 Check List Diversity and different demographic characteristics can impact behaviour and decision making – diversity will strengthen your governing board. PAGE 18 FEATURES 40 72 26 Sustainability and energy efficiency ¢ To combat rising costs, really understand how, when and where you consume your energy ¢ The best way to reduce energy costs is to eliminate the unit of energy you did not need to use 30 Easy electricity savings ¢ Check to see if you are half-hourly metered ¢ You can reduce your allocated kilovolt ampere capacity (and therefore costs) 32 Stress-free building projects ¢ Think about appointing a professional expert to support and guide you all the way through a project ¢ Client advisers carry out a strategic risk assessment then help to write a brief 40 Know your stakeholders ¢ Ignore stakeholders at your peril ¢ Think carefully about what to share on social media 49 Accommodating all pupils ¢ Be positive that decisions not to admit, or to exclude a disabled pupil are reasonable, fair and justified ¢ Where a child is at risk of exclusion, consider other sanctions TOP TIPS