We are responsible for the following functions:

  • Making payments to local authorities (for maintained schools), academies, sixth form colleges, further education colleges and other providers, accurately and on time.
  • Payment of the Dedicated Schools Grant and the Pupil Premium to local authorities for their maintained primary and secondary schools, including those with sixth forms.
  • Seeking assurance on the proper use of funds provided by the EFA.
  • Preparing and publishing accurate accounts for the EFA’s £52 billion spend.