Accounting software built for education organisations

Work smarter, not harder with Xero’s intuitive accounting software. You can handle your financial admin whenever it works for you and your education business.

A person who works at an education business manages their accounts using Xero accounting software on their laptop.

Industry-specific solutions

Xero adapts to the needs of your industry with customisable reports and tools, including third party apps.

Automated admin

You can automate tasks like invoicing and reporting to save time and reduce manual error.

Compliance and tax support

Tax time is less stressful with a system that’s easy for your whole team to use.

Bank reconciliation

Xero integrates with your bank to make reconciliation easy and your bookkeeping accurate.

Why Xero makes sense for education organisations

With Xero’s accounting software for education you can claim expenses, set up bank feeds, collaborate with your accountant or bookkeeper all online.

Learn more about Xero’s software for other industries
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Apps that work with your education organisation

The Xero App Store has hundreds of apps to help you run your education organisation with Xero’s accounting software.

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    Choose the apps that work for you
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    Smooth integration with Xero accounting software
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    Work smarter and do more with apps
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FAQs

Yes, you can connect your Xero account with HMRC to more easily prepare and submit your returns so you never miss a deadline. HMRC recognises Xero’s software, which is also compliant with Making Tax Digital (MTD).

Find out more on running a business at GOV.UK.

Yes, you can connect your Xero account with HMRC to more easily prepare and submit your returns so you never miss a deadline. HMRC recognises Xero’s software, which is also compliant with Making Tax Digital (MTD).

Find out more on running a business at GOV.UK.

Xero Payroll offers a range of reports for internal use and helps you meet HMRC requirements each month. You can give your employees self-service access so they can view payslips, request leave, and submit timesheets directly from Xero.

See HMRC rules for running payroll.

Xero Payroll offers a range of reports for internal use and helps you meet HMRC requirements each month. You can give your employees self-service access so they can view payslips, request leave, and submit timesheets directly from Xero.

See HMRC rules for running payroll.

The best accounting software depends on your needs. Xero’s accounting software has flexible plans so you can adjust your subscriptions to access the features you need as your business grows.

Check out Xero’s pricing plans.

The best accounting software depends on your needs. Xero’s accounting software has flexible plans so you can adjust your subscriptions to access the features you need as your business grows.

Check out Xero’s pricing plans.

No – Xero is based in the cloud, so all you need is an internet connection. But you need a multi-factor authentication (MFA) app to log in to Xero. MFA adds an extra layer of security by checking that it’s really you when you log in.

Learn about data protection with Xero.

No – Xero is based in the cloud, so all you need is an internet connection. But you need a multi-factor authentication (MFA) app to log in to Xero. MFA adds an extra layer of security by checking that it’s really you when you log in.

Learn about data protection with Xero.

Yes – the Xero App Store has hundreds of apps to help manage your business, including apps specifically designed for your industry and for doing business in the UK.

Check out the Xero App Store.

Yes – the Xero App Store has hundreds of apps to help manage your business, including apps specifically designed for your industry and for doing business in the UK.

Check out the Xero App Store.

Plans to suit your business

All pricing plans cover the accounting essentials, with room to grow.

Ignite

Usually £16

Now £1.60

GBP per month

Save £43.20 over 3 months

Grow

Usually £33

Now £3.30

GBP per month

Save £89.10 over 3 months

Comprehensive

Usually £47

Now £4.70

GBP per month

Save £126.90 over 3 months

Ultimate

Usually £59

Now £5.90

GBP per month

Save £159.30 over 3 months

Start using Xero for free

Access Xero features for 30 days, then decide which plan best suits your business.

Discover Xero’s software for education organisations

Run your accounting online with Xero. Our beautiful cloud-based software is designed for your small business.