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Newton Farm School is a one-form entry primary school in Harrow, London, serving children aged 4 to 11. Known for its inclusive ethos and high standards, the school places strong emphasis on academic achievement, pastoral care and operational excellence.
In 2024, Newton Farm School adopted FMS to modernise its financial management. The goal was to reduce manual processes, improve reporting accuracy and give school leaders greater confidence in budget control and decision-making.
We spoke with Sharon Underhay, School Business Manager, to understand how FMS has transformed financial workflows and supported strategic planning.
Before implementing FMS, Newton Farm School relied on manual processes and spreadsheets to manage its finances. This created inefficiencies, increased the risk of error and made it difficult to access real-time data.
“We were spending a lot of time on manual reconciliation and chasing figures. It was hard to get a clear picture of our financial position.”
— Sharon Underhay, School Business Manager
The school needed a solution that could centralise financial data, automate key tasks and provide intuitive reporting to support both day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
Newton Farm School implemented FMS, a cloud-based financial management platform designed specifically for schools. The system offers automated workflows, real-time dashboards and seamless integration with other SIMS modules.
“It is intuitive and easy to use. It’s made a huge difference to how we manage our finances.”
— Sharon Underhay, School Business Manager
The platform supports budget tracking, forecasting and reporting—enabling the school to monitor spending, plan ahead and make informed decisions. The cloud-based setup ensures secure access from any device, while automation reduces manual effort and improves accuracy.
Since adopting FMS, Newton Farm School has seen measurable improvements in financial clarity, control and efficiency.
“We now have a clear, real-time view of our finances. That’s invaluable for planning and reporting – it has helped us move from reactive reporting to proactive financial management.”
— Sharon Underhay, School Business Manager
Newton Farm School’s adoption of FMS marks a strategic shift in how financial data is managed and used to drive decisions. The platform delivers clarity, control and confidence—helping the school operate more efficiently and support its long-term goals.
“FMS is helping schools like Newton Farm School take control of their finances—saving time, improving accuracy and enabling smarter decisions.”
— ParentPay Group
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