School Payments is a comprehensive cashless payment solution designed specifically for educational institutions. The platform aims to free school staff from the hassle of managing traditional payment processes, eliminating the need to keep large amounts of cash on school premises, make frequent bank trips, and handle time-consuming administrative tasks. School Payments offers two main solutions: SchoolMoney and WisePay, both providing intuitive applications that make financial transactions easy and speedy for parents and guardians. The system allows families to complete payments anywhere and at any time for various school services including meals, clubs, trips, and other core transactional needs.

The key capabilities of School Payments include simple and secure transaction processing, comprehensive reporting facilities for financial reconciliation, and multiple payment options to accommodate all families. SchoolMoney provides a user-friendly interface for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts to manage payments, with features like club sign-ups, kitchen resource management, and installment payment options. WisePay offers a fully integrated, centrally managed online platform that helps generate school income. Additional modules include Cashless Catering, which reduces food wastage by allowing pre-booking and pre-payment of meals; School Club Management for capacity control and arrears collection; School Shop for selling essential resources; and PayPoint integration that enables cash payments at local retailers while maintaining a cashless school environment.

Implementation of School Payments in schools typically begins with selecting either the SchoolMoney or WisePay solution based on the institution's specific needs. Schools can book a free demonstration to understand the platform's capabilities before adoption. Once implemented, families can access the system through mobile apps, websites, or local PayPoint locations, ensuring accessibility for all parents regardless of their banking situation. The system integrates with existing school administrative processes, allowing staff to generate detailed reports for all transactions and bookings. By transitioning to this cashless system, schools eliminate the risks associated with handling cash while providing parents with convenient payment options that can be accessed 24/7, ultimately saving time for both school staff and families.