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Find out how VAT applies to education, research, vocational training, examination services and goods and services connected with these activities.
Check if VAT is due on payments linked to private school fees and find out what you can reclaim VAT on.
Post-16 education and skills white paper to boost opportunity for disadvantaged students, hold universities to account and put sector on firm financial footing.
In her speech, Bridget Phillipson set out core tenets of the upcoming schools white paper, which will lay the path for national renewal for schools.
A glossary of terms used across Ofsted’s education inspection information and guidance.
Information about DfE education and skills agreements and accountability agreements for 2025 to 2026.
Information for providers and local authorities about funding for post-16 education and training.
The English national curriculum means children in different schools (at primary and secondary level) study the same subjects to similar standards - it's split into key stages with tests
Current education level can affect your Universal Credit if you’re a student, or if your child is aged 16 to 19 and in education.
Sixth form, further education (like college), higher education (like university), apprenticeships and skills based training available.
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