Julie Robinson, CEO of the ISC, has responded to the government's proposed changes to the SEND system, calling on ministers to provide clarity for those families relying on specialist care and support for their children.
ISC chief executive Julie Robinson was quoted in iNews on the latest developments regarding the government's anticipated SEND reforms.
In an interview with Victoria Derbyshire on BBC Radio 4's You and Yours yesterday, Sarah Cunnane, the ISC's head of media and communications, was asked about the impact of Labour's VAT on fees policy, a year on since it was introduced.
Julie Robinson, chief executive of the Independent Schools Council (ISC), has warned that the independent sector is likely to see a contraction in pupil numbers in 2026.
More than 100 independent schools have closed since the introduction of the VAT on fees policy, Julie Robinson, chief executive of the Independent Schools Council (ISC), has said.
Julie Robinson, chief executive of the ISC, has warned that the number of pupils leaving independent schools will increase in the coming years, as official data suggests the Home Counties have been most affected by the introduction of VAT on fees.
Julie Robinson, CEO of the ISC, has expressed concern over reports that another independent school is set to close amid financial pressures including the government's VAT on fees policy.
Following the imposition of VAT on fees from 1 January this year, ministers have reportedly claimed they believe they are "on track to raise the revenue forecast if not slightly exceed it".