Equipment Leasing For Schools & Multi-Academy Truts (MATs)

Specialists In Education Leasing For Schools In The UK

Flexible, Compliant Funding for UK Education Providers

Axis Leasing has supported schools, academies and Multi-Academy Trusts for over 30 years, arranging compliant leasing solutions for ICT, AV, LED lighting, furniture, SEND equipment and more.

We understand the pressures schools face:

  • Budget constraints
  • IFRS16 requirements
  • Procurement scrutiny
  • Need for transparency
  • Independence from suppliers
 

Our role is simple: to arrange clear, flexible leasing that helps schools obtain equipment when they need it.

Who We Support

We work with:

  • Primary and Secondary Schools
  • Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs)
  • Independent Schools
  • Nurseries and Early Years Providers
  • Further Education Colleges
  • Local Authorities
 

Whether you are funding a single classroom refresh or a multi-site MAT rollout, we tailor the lease structure to your requirements.

What Can Schools Lease?

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Schools regularly use leasing to fund:

 

Leasing allows schools to acquire essential equipment without large upfront capital expenditure.

Why Schools Choose Leasing?

Equipment leasing for schools can help steady your cash flow and allow you to plan for future requirements.

Enable your schools to benefit from the economies of scale inherent in a lease organised centrally and deployed individually.

Our equipment leasing for schools options are simple to arrange and we can settle outstanding leases.

We help academies understand how finance leases are treated under current accounting guidance.

Payments can be monthly (rarely chosen by schools) quarterly or annually. We can also offer deferrals on the first rental to fit in with budgets. Ring us for details.

Finance is available for 1 to 7 years depending upon the assets and their lifespan (pianos for instance last longer than computers!).

With leasing, you can plan for upgrades in equipment and other high-tech assets much more easily.

From ICT to modular buildings and security systems. Ask us if there is something you would like help with.

Finance Lease Vs Operating Lease

Since the implementation of IFRS16 most schools now opt for finance leases, particularly for ICT and AV equipment, as they are typically more cost-effective long-term and schools generally retain the equipment. For further reading, you can see our blog post or our Operating Lease page

We will always explain:

  • Payment profiles (e.g. 1+11, 1+4)
  • End-of-term options
  • Extension rental considerations
  • Any fees or commissions
 

Everything is disclosed in writing.

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How to Arrange a Lease

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The process is straightforward:

  1. Obtain the capital cost from your chosen supplier
  2. We quote you the lease options 
  3. Once the school approves the lease quote, we apply for credit.
  4. School signs lease documentation electronically
  5. Equipment is delivered, then the supplier is paid
  6. Rentals commence as agreed
 

Get 3 Lease Quotes - or Review Your Contracts

We are an experienced finance brokerage with a focus on the customer experience. Let us do the work for you.

We can assist you with sourcing three finance quotes from a panel of lenders, to satisfy your Value-for-Money requirements and to give you the peace of mind that you’re getting a good deal.

We also have an extensive network of contacts for suppliers throughout the UK that we can put you in touch with to source your new purchases.

If you have any existing leases, or are trying to plan for the future, we are happy to read through your lease Ts&Cs to let you know what options you have and to help your decision-making process.

If we can help you, contact us through the form at the bottom of the page. 

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Axis is an approved supplier with Everything ICT, ensuring that your project is reliable, compliant, and providing you with value for money.

Speak to an Education Leasing Specialist

If you are considering leasing ICT, AV, SEND equipment or larger estate projects, we are happy to provide indicative quotations, cost comparisons, end-of-term clarity, and guidance on lease structures.

Call us directly or email the education team to discuss your project.

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More information on equipment leasing for schools....

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School Testimonials

See what our customers have to say about their experience working with Axis.

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What are operating leases?

An Operating Lease is a compliant lease with a discounted rental, making it suitable for assets that are frequently refreshed such as iPads and Laptops.

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Laptops For Students

Our Laptops for Students programme can be the solution for many schools who struggle to afford new equipment. It has the benefit of bridging the home school divide, in which the students’ use of computers at home is monitored and valuable out of school hours learning opportunities are not lost.

Why our school clients trust us with their leasing...

“We had not entered in to a leasing agreement for a number of years and we found the staff at Axis to be professional, helpful and knowledgeable. They provided us with well thought through solutions in relation to our ICT equipment purchases when we had problems with a particular supplier and helped with the whole process from the start through to completion..”