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Quarterly update for academies - March 25

Quarterly update for academies from the Department for Education (DfE)

Each week, the Department for Education (DfE) publishes information for academies on the GOV.UK website which lay out the latest updates, things […]
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2025 Kreston UK Academies Benchmark Report

Academies feel financial pinch as trust deficits rise once again

We are delighted to be involved in the preparation of the latest Kreston UK Academies Benchmark Report.
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ESFA quarterly update

Quarterly update for academies from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) - December

Each week, ESFA publishes information for academies on the GOV.UK website which lay out the latest updates, things to be actioned and […]
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ESFA quarterly update for Academies

Quarterly update for academies from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) - September

Each week, ESFA publishes information for academies on the GOV.UK website which lays out the latest updates, things to be actioned and […]
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Academy Trust Handbook 2024 released by Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA)

Academy Trust Handbook 2024 released by Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA)

The new Academy Trust Handbook 2024 (ATH) has been released by ESFA, following a short delay as a result of the general […]
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Quarterly update for academies from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) - July

Quarterly update for academies from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) - July

Each week, ESFA publishes information for academies on the GOV.UK website which lays out the latest updates, things to be actioned and […]
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Quarterly update for academies from the ESFA

Quarterly update for academies from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) - April

Each fortnight, ESFA publishes information for academies on the GOV.UK website which lays out the latest updates, things to be actioned and […]
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Schools must convert in groups of three or more to claim £25k academy support grant

The government has announced new criteria for an academy conversion grant which means schools no longer qualify to receive £25k funding to […]
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Number of academies in deficit has doubled since 2021

Number of academies in deficit has doubled since 2021

A major report, co-authored by Duncan & Toplis, has found that the number of academy trusts spending more than they get in […]
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Spending shortfall in schools threatening pupil safety and teacher retention: 700,000 pupils in buildings needing major repairs

Spending shortfall in schools threatening pupil safety and teacher retention: 700,000 pupils in buildings needing major repairs

A recent report from the National Audit Office has uncovered that 700,000 school pupils in England are studying in schools that require […]
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Could schools afford a 6.5% pay rise without government funding?

Could schools afford a 6.5% pay rise without government funding?

An independent pay review body has recommended that teachers should receive a 6.5% pay increase this year.
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HMRC enquiry highlights VAT risks for academy trusts

HMRC enquiry highlights VAT risks for academy trusts

A recent enquiry by HMRC has highlighted the need for academy trusts to be wary of accidental under-declarations of Value Added Tax […]
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