Transform Your School’s Financial Health with Qualified Accounting, Fees Management and Tax Services
At the School Office, our vision is to be the trusted financial partner of every small independent school in South Africa.
Working with the School Office connects your school to a growing network of other small independent schools.
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Your school's finance partner
By pooling our experience and insights, we share benchmarks, best practices, and lessons learned from schools facing similar challenges.
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In this way, every school benefits not only from our expertise, but also from the collective wisdom of a community that is stronger together.
Our Services
We specialize in transforming financial management for schools. With over 25 years of experience, our team of Chartered Accountants, Bursars and Tax Practitioners delivers services tailored to the unique needs of educational institutions.
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Here’s how we stand apart:​​
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School Fee Management & Cash Flow
Fee income is the lifeblood of a school. We manage the full cycle: billing, collections, arrears tracking, debt reviews, and cash flow forecasting, balancing firmness with fairness to keep finances sustainable, ethical, and legally defensible.
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Tax & Compliance
We keep schools compliant with SARS, CIPC, and the Department of Education. From tax-exempt status to audited accounts, income tax, EMP returns, UI19, and ROE filings, we manage the full compliance cycle while maximising exemptions like Section 10(1)(cN) and Section 18A.
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Accounting & Reporting
We deliver accurate monthly accounting, reconciliations, and budgeting that support both oversight and confident decision-making. Our clear, accessible reports keep boards, and school leaders informed with timely insight.
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School-Specific Advisory
Every school is different. We advise on fee strategy, capital projects, scenario planning, governance frameworks, donor support, and regulatory updates, helping leadership teams make confident, well-informed decisions today and prepare for tomorrow.
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Testimonials
Partnering with The School Office has been one of the most valuable decisions our school has made. Their contribution extends far beyond the numbers; our school community feels the difference: we are more stable, transparent, and forward-looking thanks to The School Office’s partnership. Marc Loon, Headmaster, Kairos School of Inquiry
We couldn't have made a better decision. The School Office has not only beautifully managed all compliance and financial record keeping for us, but in the process has helped to strengthen our own systems. In our relationship with The School Office we have always experienced them as available and friendly, efficient and effective. It is a relief knowing that our financial management is in such capable hands. Heather Barclay, Founder and Board Member, Mimosa School