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UK to end public funding for private school inspections, raise fees gradually from 2026 to fund state schools.
The UK government is consulting on ending taxpayer subsidies for Ofsted inspections of private schools, proposing gradual fee increases over five years starting in 2026 to redirect funds to state schools.
Currently, inspections cost £6.5 million annually but only generate £2.2 million in fees, leaving a £4.3 million gap paid by taxpayers.
The plan aims to boost state school standards and support hiring 6,500 new teachers, following earlier moves to remove VAT exemptions and business rate relief from private schools.
Fees would rise based on school size, with larger schools facing steeper increases.
The consultation, open until November 20, does not affect inspections by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
The government acknowledges that costs may still exceed fees after the changes.
Reino Unido para poner fin a la financiación pública de las inspecciones de las escuelas privadas, elevar las tasas gradualmente a partir de 2026 para financiar las escuelas estatales.