DfE Update 13 May 2026

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Latest information and actions from the Department for Education about funding, assurance and resource management, for academies, local authorities and further education providers.

Latest for further education

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InformationFree meals in further education funded institutions guide: 2026 to 2027 academic year
InformationUpdate to accountability statement guidance
InformationOversight of apprenticeship units - sector update
ReminderAdult skills fund learner support claims
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FeedbackHelp us improve adult funding information

Latest for academies

ArticleTitle
InformationFree school meals guidance for 2026 to 2027
InformationFree meals in further education funded institutions guide: 2026 to 2027 academic year
InformationOversight of apprenticeship units - sector update
FeedbackTell us about your experience of the DfE Update newsletter
FeedbackHelp us to improve the DfE 'Get help buying for schools' service
Events and webinarsQ&A drop in sessions - Academies chart of accounts and automation
Events and webinarsPower hour - School food policy (part 1 of 2) - how the funding flows from DfE to schools
Events and webinarsRisk protection arrangement members only - Fire workshop
Events and webinarsPower hour - School food policy (part 2 of 2) - using funding to procure a catering contract

Latest for local authorities

ArticleTitle
InformationSchools block funding formulae 2026 to 2027
InformationFree school meals guidance for 2026 to 2027
InformationFree meals in further education funded institutions guide: 2026 to 2027 academic year
InformationOversight of apprenticeship units - sector update
FeedbackTell us about your experience of the DfE Update newsletter
FeedbackHelp us to improve the DfE 'Get help buying for schools' service
FeedbackHelp us improve adult funding information
Events and webinarsPower hour - School food policy (part 1 of 2) - how the funding flows from DfE to schools
Events and webinarsRisk protection arrangement members only - Fire workshop
Events and webinarsPower hour - School food policy (part 2 of 2) - using funding to procure a catering contract
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