Devolved Formula Capital Allocation

The new allocations for 2008-09 are available by clicking here. These are calculated on the basis detailed below, using January 2007 pupil numbers.

Indicative allocations are available for 2009-10 and 2010-11.

Future years funding maybe drawn down, but only if other schools have decided to delay the take up of their 2007-08 or prior years allocation.

Basis of Allocation

Un-modernised schools

A lump sum of £18,500 per school is available. With an additional £63 per primary pupil, £94.50 per secondary pupil and £189 per special/Pupil Referral Unit pupil.

Modernised schools

These are schools with over 80% of their floor area renewed or refurbished within the last 10 years.

A lump sum of £9250 per school is available. With an additional £31.50 per primary pupil, £47.25 per secondary pupil and £94.50 per special/Pupil Referral Unit pupil.

New schools

New build schools do not receive any DFC for three years.

Approval of Expenditure

The Planning and Buildings section of Children's Services must approve all projects before any work commences via the completion of the Capital Project Form. Click here for the form to access Devolved Formula Capital.

For managing and planning projects please click on the link.

Any further questions on Devolved Formula Capital should be covered by the DFC FAQ which is located here.