Premises hire/lettings policy: model and examples

Download and adapt our model lettings policy to help your school or trust generate additional income. Our model includes a hire request form.

Last reviewed on 7 February 2025See updates
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Contents
  1. Download our model policy
  2. Guidance on setting your rates
  3. See examples from trusts

Download our model policy

Our model policy is designed for you to adapt to your trust's, and schools', context. It takes account of relevant requirements and good practice, and has been approved by Forbes Solicitors.

Model policy: premises hire (trusts) DOCX, 202.8 KB
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Seek independent legal advice before implementing the terms and conditions of the policy

The policy includes terms and conditions that you can send to those wishing to hire your premises. Our legal partners, Forbes Solicitors, have checked these for general compliance with requirements. However, they strongly advise you to seek independent legal advice before implementing them in your schools' contexts to ensure you're able to apply and enforce them. In particular, you should seek legal advice on: 

  • Cancellations and offering refunds
  • Health and safety responsibilities, including cleaning

Guidance on setting your rates

Before setting your rates, the first thing to do is to check that your articles