Schools in the North East will benefit from £2.5 billion in funding following a major cash boost for every state school in England.
Primary schools in England are expected to receive approximately £35,000, while secondary schools will receive approximately £200,000 as a result of a £2 billion cash injection for mainstream schools for the next academic year. £479 million will also be pledged to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
The additional cash, as a result of the additional autumn statement funding, will increase the region's funding by £68 million for mainstream schools and £19 million for high needs, taking the total funding for North East schools to £2.5 billion for the next academic year. And the first payments are due to be received today.
