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Bridget Phillipson: VAT on Private School Fees Has Not Led to Pupil Exodus

18 Haziran 2026The Guardian

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has stated that the introduction of a 20% VAT on private school fees has not led to a significant shift of students to the state sector. Despite concerns that the tax would drive families away from private education, recent admissions data reveals that applications to state sch…
This suggests that the anticipated exodus of pupils has not materialized since the tax was implemented in early 2025.
The Labour government introduced a 20% VAT on private school fees starting in 2025, a move aimed at increasing public revenue and addressing educational inequality. This policy shift was met with concern from parents and educators who feared it would lead to a mass migration of students from private to state schools…
The findings presented by Phillipson challenge the narrative that financial burdens, such as VAT on private school fees, would drive families to seek alternatives in the state education system. This data indicates a resilience in private school enrollment, potentially reflecting the perceived value of private educat…

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