House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Education Estates
11 February 2026 · Department for Education
Proposed by Bridget Phillipson Lab Houghton and Sunderland South
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The government is investing over 3.7 billion through 2029-30 to improve specialist places for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
- A Renewal and Retrofit Programme is launching in April 2026 with over 700 million to support school maintenance and renewal.
- Connect the Classroom initiative is expanding with an investment of over 300 million to enhance digital learning opportunities.
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.