Grant Thornton advises iSAMS Limited

Established in 2005, iSAMS is a market leading web-based school management information system (MIS) for the entire school community. 

The system is the number one MIS for UK independent schools and has a significant presence in the international school market. iSAMS works with over 1,000 schools and groups and operates in over 75 countries. 

Our team were engaged in August 2020 to provide corporate finance sell-side advice to the company shareholders, as well as a range of tax advisory services covering both company and personal tax for the client. Following a pre-emptive approach, we ran a confidential and competitive process with a focussed selection of strategic global acquirers delivered to a tight timetable. 

This allowed us to drive value and find the right strategic partner for iSAMS, to accelerate the growth trajectory and expand into the state schools market in the UK. 

Our extensive sector expertise across the education and software sectors, and relationships with the key strategic acquirers globally, meant we were able to position the business for value, and ensure the unique platform iSAMS provides was reflected in offers received. Crucial to delivering value for the shareholders was our hands on support through a tight and intensive diligence process, which delivered a transaction from start to finish in less than 12 weeks.