Decision

Dedicated Schools Grant 2026/27

Decision Maker: Children and Families Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 16, 2026

Purpose: To provide committee with an update on the Dedicated School Grant (DSG) for 2026/27 and request approval for the allocation of each sub block making up the DSG. To request approval of the schools funding formula and early years funding formula following recommendations from the Schools Forum. To request approval to provide delegated authority.

Content:

Supporting Documents

Dedicated Schools Grant 202627.pdf
Appendix 1 Setting the Schools Funding Formula 202627.pdf
Appendix 2 Recommended Formula Factors and Values 202627.pdf
Appendix 3 Early Years National Funding Formula.pdf
Appendix 5 DSG High Needs Block Allocations 202627.pdf
Appendix 7 Forecast mitigated DSG Reserve deficit as at 31 March 2026.pdf
Appendix 8 Disapplication.pdf
Appendix 4 Hourly rates payable to providers of the Free Early Education Entitlements.pdf
Appendix 6 DSG Central Schools Services Block Allocations 202627.pdf

Related Meeting

Children and Families Committee - Monday, 16th February, 2026 10.30 am on February 16, 2026