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Higher Education

Our support for the Education Sector is embedded within our institutional code and directly aligned with our purpose of helping people, families and businesses to thrive. We have supported the Education Sector in the UK for over 100 years and are a trusted banking partner to various Education businesses across the UK from day care nurseries to specialist education providers, Universities and Ed Tech and platform specialists. We operate partnerships with a number of Higher Education institutions, run our own financial education program and have the largest Bank accelerator hub network in the UK supporting entrepreneurs and many University spin outs scale their business to the next level - Barrie Davison, Head of Higher Education Sector

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What we do for you

Our team of accredited specialist Relationship Managers have a proven track record of supporting our customers within this diverse sector.

Our experts can assist not only on traditional banking issues, funding and treasury management, but also areas such as sustainability, procurement and IT resilience. We work closely with our customers to offer guidance and tailored support to help them achieve their strategic objectives.

By taking advantage of our dedicated services, you’ll have the time to concentrate on what matters most: delivering a world class student experience, meeting your strategic objectives and nurturing the next generation of talent.

Unlock Your Business Potential

Discover how our sector-specific solutions can drive your business growth and help prepare your business for the future. Our tailored products and services are designed to support your goals and help your business become future-fit.

Latest Higher Education Insight

Read about our insights, guides and ideas for your sector. With strategy tips, management trends and good practice guides.

NatWest has announced a minority investment in JS Group to drive the adoption of its Aspire platform. This strategic investment will help JS Group change how financial support is delivered in the higher education sector, driving improved Social Inclusion by removing barriers, so students from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds can access and succeed at university.

Read more via our press release or on Payit™ by NatWest


Eligibility criteria and fees apply. You will need to sign up to Payit terms and conditions and hold an account with us. Fees are based on the volume and average value of e-commerce transactions.

Day-to-day banking support

Funding and Loans

We could support all your funding needs, whether that’s offering overdraft support when you need it or helping you invest in your business with our flexible loans.

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  • Overdraft support 
  • Fixed or variable rate loans 
  • Capital repayment holidays for extra flexibility
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NatWest Business Banking services are available to eligible customers, over 18 who have the right to be self-employed in the UK. Some services have specific eligibility and/or terms and conditions. Finance: Security may be required. Product fees may apply. Over 18s only. Subject to status. Interest will accrue during any repayment holiday, so it may take longer to repay the loan and cost more in the long run. Payments may increase afterwards.

Protect your staff with Mentor

Navigating health and safety procedures and employment law regulations can be complex and time-consuming. With Mentor, our specialists in employment law, HR and health and safety are on hand 24/7 to advise on the paperwork, practices and procedures that ultimately support growth. 

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Some Mentor services incur a cost.

Bankline

Bankline allows you to manage multiple business accounts, create users with tailored roles and make payments of all sizes. 

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Bankline is available to eligible Business current account customers. Fees may apply.

Virtual card and lodge solutions

Whether you work in the private or public sector, we have a range of flexible card options to help you manage your expenditure. 

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Security may be required. Product fees may apply. To apply, you must be a UK resident aged 18 or over. Virtual cards and Lodge Accounts are for UK businesses only. 

NatWest Thrive

Unleash the power of financial education and future skills with our free programme designed for teachers, parents, guardians and community leaders. We’ve got the resources to help you equip young people with the tools they need to take action today for their chosen tomorrow.

Climate support for business

Access products, advice and resources to help with your environmental goals, as we work together to tackle climate change.

Protect your business

When you’ve built something up, you want to look after it the best you can – protecting it against various risks and challenges you may face. Gallagher, our business insurance broker, have a range of options to choose that could protect your business and your staff, including public and employers’ liability to professional indemnity and more.

How to get in touch

If you're a current Business customer and have a Relationship Manager, they should be your first point of contact for expanding and growing your business.

Other wise contact us here.

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