We’re proud to announce that Schools UK has been officially named as a supplier on the Department of Education recommended Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) Framework – a trusted procurement route for schools, academies, and multi-academy trusts.
The CPC framework offers schools a secure, compliant, and efficient way to procure services without running a full tender.
Our inclusion on this framework confirms that Schools UK has met strict standards for quality, value, and reliability.
Learn more about what we offer here.
What This Means for Schools
Being a supplier on a CPC framework means:
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Schools can procure our services without a full tender process
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Our offer has been pre-vetted for compliance, value for money, and service quality
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Schools can save time, reduce procurement risk, and engage with confidence
Individual schools and academies can explore our cover for schools and academies.
Why Choose Schools UK?
We proudly support thousands of schools across the UK with:
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FCA-regulated & FSCS protected insurance-backed cover.
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AXA-underwritten with fast claims turnaround – current average of 3 days
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24/7 Live claim tracking and transparent systems
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A robust Gold Wellbeing Programme for all staff, governors, close family members, even if they are not on the staff absence policy
- ISBL & Schools North East Partnered
With over 29+ years of experience, our inclusion on the CPC framework highlights the trust placed in us by schools nationwide.
For trust-level cover, see our staff absence cover for multi-academy trusts.
About the CPC Framework
The Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) is a not-for-profit organisation that provides fully compliant procurement frameworks tailored to the education sector.
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Fully aligned with UK public procurement regulations
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Framework suppliers are pre-approved for quality, service, and value
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CPC supports schools, academies, and trusts in achieving procurement confidence
“Being named on the CPC Staff Absence Insurance Framework is a strong recognition of the standards we’ve worked hard to build.”— Ronald Thompson & Peter Riley, Co-Directors, Schools UK
Ready to Work With a Trusted Framework Supplier?
If your school, academy, or trust is looking for a compliant, time-saving way to secure reliable cover: