Study Reveals Education Pupil Funding in England Remains Stagnant Since 2010

Funding per pupil in England has remained constant since 2010 under Conservative rule, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies. Teacher pay has also stagnated, while investment in school buildings has dropped significantly. Anticipated declines in student numbers may lead to further cuts, potentially causing school closures and job reductions.

A report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) highlights that funding per pupil for education in England is at the same level it was in 2010, despite the Conservative party's longstanding governance.

The analysis also details that teacher salaries have not increased in real terms since 2001 and investment in school infrastructure has decreased by 25% compared to the mid-2000s.

The IFS emphasizes the significant impact of a 60% rise in pupils with special educational needs since 2015, which has consumed nearly half of the increased school funding.

The report warns that further budget cuts might be on the horizon due to an anticipated 5% decline in student population, possibly leading to school closures and staff reductions.

Experts from various educational organizations criticize the enduring lack of funding growth and its negative consequences on the education system.