Special Schools Funding 2026/27 - Funding Formula Review

June 16, 2026 Executive Councillor: Children's Services (Other) Key decision Approved View on council website

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Summary

Executive Councillor: Children's Services approved the council's Special Schools Funding Formula proposals for 2026/27 on 16/06/2026. The decision included approving three pupil band need categories, a minimum funding guarantee of 0%, and a 5% gains ceiling with 50% scaling.

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Decision

That the Council’s Special Schools Funding Formula proposals, as set out in Appendix A to the report, be approved.

Reasons for the decision

As detailed in the report

Alternative options considered

As detailed in the report

Supporting Documents

Appendix Ai Consultation responses 29 May 2026 Updated.pdf
CCSC Statement on Special Schools Funding.pdf
Special Schools Funding Formula - Complete report and appendices.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date16 Jun 2026
Lead officerMark Popplewell