Day-to-day financial operations
Find guidance, forms and information about school finance processes and council submission requirements.
School VAT claims
To submit a VAT reimbursement claim, download the school VAT reimbursement form and email the completed form to educationfinance@birmingham.gov.uk.
For guidance on completing the form, watch our training video.
Statement of funding and provisional school budget payment schedule
See information for previous financial years.
School finance overview
Watch our training video for an overview of school finance.
Finance framework and controls
Find out about the finance framework and control processes that safeguard resources and maintain good governance in schools.
- Department for Education statutory guidance
- Birmingham City Council's Constitution
- Apprenticeship levy responsibilities for schools
- Consistent financial reporting (CFR) framework DfE guidance
Page last updated: 6 August 2026
