How VAT changes the annual fee
A 20% VAT charge can add thousands of pounds per year, although some schools may absorb part of the increase.
Education Calculators
This page focuses on the January 2025 VAT change and how it affects independent school budgets.
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Calculate the total cost of private education including fees, extras, VAT-era increases, and opportunity cost
A 20% VAT charge can add thousands of pounds per year, although some schools may absorb part of the increase.
Use the fee quoted by the school. If it is quoted after January 2025, it may already include VAT.
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