Detail of additional 16-19 funding in 2025/26 announced - SFCA responds

Responding to today's announcement of the details of additional funding for 16-19 education for 2025/26, James Kewin, Deputy Chief Executive of the Sixth Form Colleges Association, said:

“We warmly welcome today’s funding announcement. When added to existing plans, the 16 to 19 funding rate will be around 5.5% higher next year than it is this year and there are increases to other important elements of the formula such as disadvantage funding. We are pleased that the principle established following our recent legal action that colleges will be treated in the same way as schools when it comes to supporting the implementation of pay awards has been upheld. The increases confirmed today will benefit 16 to 19 year olds in all education settings. This is a good settlement given the fiscal climate and when compared to other parts of the education sector and wider public services.”