The Department has announced the schools, high needs, central schools’ services and early years funding for 2026/27. 

Including:

• the dedicated schools grant (DSG) funding allocations for the 2026/27 financial year 
•  pupil premium funding rates for the 2026/27 financial year 
• the high needs operational guide for 2026/27 
• an updated schools operational guide for 2026/27 with links to the published documents.