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Education Estates
11 February 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Education
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement outlines plans to improve the education estate in England, focusing on inclusivity for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and long-term funding for maintenance and renewal.
Action Requested
We are investing over £3.7 billion through 2029-30 to deliver specialist places for SEND students, launching a Renewal and Retrofit Programme in April 2026 backed by over £700 million, expanding Connect the Classroom with an investment of over £300 million, and continuing the School Rebuilding Programme which includes rebuilding over 500 schools. Additionally, a new digital service is being developed to support estate management for Responsible Bodies.
Key Facts
- The education estate supports over 10 million children and young people across England.
- Over £3.7 billion investment through to 2029-30 for SEND provision.
- Launch of a Renewal and Retrofit Programme in April 2026 backed by over £700 million.
- Investment of over £300 million to expand Connect the Classroom.
- Almost £20 billion allocated for the School Rebuilding Programme through 2034-35.
- Over 500 schools already in the rebuilding programme with plans for an additional 250 by early 2027.
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