Christian schools alarmed by charging of VAT on fees

Nicola Laver  |  UK & Ireland
Date posted:  24 Aug 2024
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Christian schools alarmed by charging of VAT on fees

Lizzie Harewood

The imposition of VAT on private school fees threatens the survival of small Christian schools, which are ‘worlds away from the Harrows and Etons of this world’, the Association of Christian Teachers (ACT) is warning.

Meanwhile, the head of a small private school says Christian parents are being punished, and has challenged the church to support families and Christian education.

The government has announced that 20% VAT will be imposed on private school fees and boarding. While the measure will be effective from 1 January 2025, it will apply to pre-payment of fees – which means attempts to avoid VAT by paying before January will not succeed.

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