Sensitive, thorough investigation when something does not add up.

Suspected fraud or financial irregularity in a school or trust is a serious matter. And how it’s handled affects the outcome, the people involved, and the trust’s standing. It calls for experience and discretion.

Wbg investigates financial concerns in schools and academies carefully and thoroughly. We establish the facts, help you meet your reporting duties, and support you in strengthening controls so it does not happen again.

How we support an investigation

Fact-finding investigation

We investigate the concern methodically, gathering and testing the evidence to establish what has happened.

Reporting obligations

We help you meet the requirement to report fraud to the DfE and any other bodies, on time and in the right form.

Controls review

We identify the weaknesses that allowed the issue to arise and advise on how to close them.

Discreet, sensitive handling

We manage the process with the care that people and reputations require.

Why choose Wbg?

Experienced and discreet
We handle sensitive situations with the professionalism they demand.
Sector knowledge
We understand academy finances and the reporting duties that follow a concern.
Grounded findings
Our conclusions are evidenced and clear, so you can act on them with confidence.
Support to move forward
Beyond the investigation, we help you rebuild controls and confidence.

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