Download our annual budget checklist
It has all the tasks you may need to carry out during the year, and suggests months in which to carry them out.
Maintained schools – based on the April to March financial year
Academies – based on the academies' financial year, from September to August
Plan at least 3 years ahead
Think about future costs
To create an effective budget:
- Identify what you want to achieve through your school improvement plan (SIP)
- Cost it as specifically as you can
Your budget should show clear links to your SIP
