The Independent highlights the growing cost of private education in the UK, with fees soaring by 22.6% due to a new 20% VAT imposed by the government. This increase reflects a shift in financial burdens on families, as the average annual cost exceeds £22,000. The Independent Schools Council's data reveals a sharp rise in per-term fees, illustrating the financial implications of this policy. Additionally, the article emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism that covers a broad perspective, mentioning ongoing efforts to fund quality reporting without paywalls.
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Data from the ISC reveals that the average fee for a private day school reached 7,382 per term in January (inclusive of the 20 per cent VAT), a significant jump from 6,021 per term in January of the previous year.
Private school fees have soared by 22.6 per cent in the past year, pushing the average annual cost to over 22,000, according to the Independent Schools Council (ISC).
The ISC's comprehensive census, encompassing data from approximately 1,400 UK independent schools surveyed in January, is slated for release next week.
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