Welcome to OSI
Trusted School & Office Furniture Specialists Since 1993
OSI supplies high-quality educational and office furniture for schools, workplaces and public sector environments across the UK.
As a family-run business, we combine reliable service, trusted manufacturer partnerships and over 30 years of experience to help create better learning and working environments.
Why Choose OSI?
Trusted Since 1993
Over 30 years supporting schools, workplaces and public sector organisations across the UK.
Family-Run Business
Built on service, relationships and long-term customer support.
Quality Furniture Solutions
Trusted manufacturers and carefully selected furniture ranges for education and workplace environments.
Our Story – Built on Family, Service, and a Passion for Education
OSI Office & Educational Furniture began with a simple idea and a big ambition. In 1993, founder Steve Dickinson launched the business from his garage in Barnsley, supplying stationery to local businesses. With a strong belief in personal service, honesty, and reliability, OSI quickly earned a loyal customer base.
As demand grew, OSI moved into its first dedicated office premises in 1995, and by 2000, we launched our first website—offering customers a convenient way to order office products online with speed and ease.
In January 2002, the company relocated to its current site in Barugh Green, Barnsley, marking a new phase of growth. Then, in 2008, OSI secured a landmark contract to supply a local council with all of its office furniture over a 3-year period. This milestone not only affirmed our reputation for quality and service—it also led to the creation of our first dedicated Schools Furniture catalogue, which began as a modest 20-page publication.
Since then, the catalogue has grown into a comprehensive 220-page annual resource, widely used by schools across the UK to source high-quality, affordable, and ergonomic educational furniture.
In 2021, after nearly three decades at the helm, Steve’s children proudly took over the running of the business. With a shared vision and deep understanding of OSI’s values, the next generation is now taking the company from strength to strength—expanding our reach, modernising operations, and continuing to deliver the service excellence we’ve always stood for.
What Makes OSI Different
What sets OSI apart is our foundation: a family-run business driven by values, not volume. We bring over 30 years of experience and insight into every product we sell and every school we support. Our customers aren’t just numbers—they’re long-term partners, and we’re proud to provide tailored advice, dependable delivery, and trusted products that last.
We’re passionate about education and believe schools deserve the very best—without compromise. That’s why we focus on three pillars:
Quality – Durable, ergonomic furniture built to last
Innovation – Evolving our range to meet the needs of modern learning environments
Service – Friendly, knowledgeable support from people who care
From a garage in Barnsley to a nationwide supplier, OSI has grown—but our commitment to schools, service, and doing things the right way has never changed.
Our Journey
From our early days as an office supplies business to the modern office and educational furniture specialist we are today, OSI has continued to evolve while keeping the same focus: reliable service, strong relationships and better spaces for our customers.
1993
Where It All Began
A practical supplier focused on office essentials for industry and business, built on reliability, service and strong customer relationships.
2000's
Building Our Brand
A more approachable identity reflecting growth, reliability and expanding customer relationships across Yorkshire, Derbyshire and beyond.
2010's
Office & School Furniture
Expanding into educational furniture and creating better spaces for learning, working and collaboration across schools and workplaces.
2022-
Modern. Bold. Ready.
A contemporary identity representing our passion for inspiring environments, exceptional service and long-term partnerships.
Meet The Team
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Tom Dickinson
Tom has proudly led OSI since 2022, continuing the family business with a modern and forward-thinking approach. With a strong focus on quality, innovation and customer service, he is passionate about helping schools and businesses create inspiring spaces that work.
Focus Areas
Leadership • Innovation • Customer Experience
SALES DIRECTOR
Gemma Tinker
Gemma has been a key part of OSI since 2009, bringing extensive industry knowledge and a hands-on approach to every aspect of the business. Passionate about customer service and long-term relationships, she helps drive the company forward with energy, experience and dedication.
Focus Areas
Sales Leadership • Customer Relationships • Industry Expertise
PROJECT DIRECTOR
Alex Dickinson
With over 18 years at OSI, Alex brings extensive experience across projects, customer relationships and business operations. Known for his customer-first approach and hands-on attitude, he plays a key role in delivering successful projects and supporting OSI’s continued growth nationwide.
Focus Areas
Project Delivery • Customer Relationships • Business Growth
OFFICE MANAGER
Tobi Sixsmith
Tobi has been a key part of OSI since 1999 and plays an essential role in keeping the business running smoothly day-to-day. Known for her calm approach, organisation and reliability, she supports both customers and colleagues while helping ensure every part of the operation runs efficiently.
Focus Areas
Operations • Customer Support • Team Coordination
INTERNAL OPERATIONS MANAGER
Jody Walker
Jody has been part of OSI since 2006 and plays a key role in supporting the company’s day-to-day operations behind the scenes. With a strong focus on organisation, compliance and continuous improvement, he helps ensure the business runs efficiently while maintaining OSI’s high standards of service.
Focus Areas
Operations • Compliance • Continuous Improvement
CREDIT CONTROLLER
Brent Chapman
Brent has been part of OSI since 2000 and brings a wealth of experience and
attention to detail to
his role as Credit Controller. With a strong understanding of the business and a methodical approach, he helps ensure financial processes run smoothly and efficiently across the company.
Focus Areas
Finance • Credit Control • Process Management
ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER
Steven Sanderson
Steven has been part of OSI since 2004 and plays an important role in supporting the company’s day-to-day operations. With a dependable, friendly and organised approach, he helps keep the office running efficiently while providing valuable support across multiple departments.
Focus Areas
Operations • Administration • IT Support
DIGITAL MARKETER
Spencer Furniss
Spencer has been part of OSI since 2021, supporting the company’s digital marketing and online presence with a creative and detail-focused approach. From website content to branding and media, he helps showcase OSI’s products, projects and services across multiple platforms.
Focus Areas
Digital Marketing • Content Creation • Brand Support
FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR
Tracey Pygott
Tracey has been part of OSI since 2023 and supports the smooth running of the company’s accounts payable processes. With a reliable and detail-focused approach, she helps maintain accurate financial administration while supporting the wider finance functions.
Focus Areas
Accounts Payable • Finance Support • Administration
SALES ADMINISTRATOR
Gabby White
Gabriella has been part of OSI since 2023 and supports the company’s Sales & Customer Care team with a friendly and customer-focused approach. She plays an important role in helping customers, processing enquiries and ensuring a smooth experience across day-to-day operations.
Focus Areas
Customer Service • Sales Support • Order Processing
ACCOUNT MANAGER
Tony Pearce
Tony has been part of OSI since 2004 and brings over 20 years of experience to his role as Account Manager. With a dependable and customer-focused approach, he supports clients across a wide range of projects while helping maintain strong long-term relationships across the education and office sectors.
Focus Areas
Account Management • Customer Relationships • Project Support
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Laura Phillips
Laura has been part of OSI since 2023 and plays a key role in developing new business opportunities and supporting customer relationships across the education and office sectors. With an enthusiastic and proactive approach, she helps drive growth while supporting clients through projects and procurement requirements.
Focus Areas
Business Development • Customer Relationships • Project Support
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Dave Marriage
Dave joined OSI in 2025, bringing extensive experience within
the educational furniture sector. With a strong understanding of customer requirements and industry
knowledge, he supports clients across a wide range of education projects while helping develop new business opportunities.
Focus Areas
Business Development • Education Furniture • Customer Relationships
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Bradley Simpson
Bradley joined OSI in 2025 and supports the company’s continued growth across the education and office sectors. With an enthusiastic and proactive approach, he works closely with customers to develop new opportunities and deliver strong service and support throughout projects.
Focus Areas
Business Development • Customer Relationships • Project Support
WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Zac Cable
Zac has been part of OSI since 2015 and plays a key role in overseeing the day-to-day running of the warehouse and logistics operations. With extensive hands-on experience and a dependable approach, he helps ensure products, deliveries and installations are managed efficiently across the business.
Focus Areas
Warehouse Operations • Logistics • Technical Support
WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Kieran Hyde
Kieran has been part of OSI since 2014 and plays a key role in managing the company’s warehouse and logistics operations. With a reliable and hands-on approach, he helps ensure deliveries, stock management and day-to-day operations run efficiently across the business.
Focus Areas
Warehouse Operations • Logistics • Stock Management
PROJECT MANAGER
Alex Lang
Alex has been part of OSI since 2023 and plays an important role in coordinating warehouse operations and project logistics across the business. With an organised and hands-on approach, he helps ensure projects, deliveries and installations are managed efficiently from the start.
Focus Areas
Project Coordination • Warehouse Operations • Logistics Support
PROJECT INSTALLER
Connor Wright
Connor has been part of OSI since 2023 and supports the company’s warehouse and installation operations across a wide range of projects. With a practical and hard-working approach, he helps ensure furniture deliveries and installations are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
Focus Areas
Furniture Installation • Warehouse Support • Logistics Assistance