DfE Requests Feedback on Adult Funding Information

The DfE is improving how adult funding information is presented, specifically calculation information regarding allocation statements for the adult skills fund. They would welcome your feedback on the design, currently in development, and encourage participation if...

DfE Requests Feedback on the DfE Update newsletter

The DfE has launched a short survey for colleagues in education settings and local authorities who read DfE Update. Your responses will help them understand how you use the newsletter, what you value most and how we can improve the content, format and focus. The...

Adult Skills Fund Learner Support Claims

The DfE is reviewing adult skills fund (ASF) learner support claims for the 2024 to 2025 funding year. Their review has identified common compliance issues that providers can address now to reduce risk and strengthen future claims. Click here for more.

DfE FE Update 13 May

Latest information from the DfE including: 1. Information: Free meals in further education funded institutions guide: 2026 to 2027 academic year; 2. Information: Update to accountability statement guidance; 3. Information: Oversight of apprenticeship units – sector...