Letting school premises: guidance

Know the rules on hiring out your premises so that you can generate extra income for your school. Get guidance on setting your rates and approving hirers.

Last reviewed on 21 February 2025
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Contents
  1. Check whether your facilities can be hired out
  2. Decide how much you'll charge
  3. Put a premises hire policy in place
  4. How to approve hirers
  5. Make sure hirers are paying in line with your terms

Check whether your facilities can be hired out

Maintained schools

Academies Your trust must check the following before deciding to