These measures have been confirmed in the budget:

VAT on School Fees

This previously announced measure will proceed as expected, introducing VAT on independent school fees at the Standard Rate of 20%.

It will be effective for school terms commencing on or after 1 January 2025.

Charitable Rates Relief

There was confirmation that private schools in England will no longer be eligible for charitable rates relief.

Private schools which are ‘wholly or mainly’ concerned with providing full-time education to pupils with an Education, Health and Care plan will remain eligible for relief.

This measure will be effective from 1 April 2025.

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