Openness, Accountability and Value for Money
At Flakefleet Primary School, we believe that being open and transparent about how our school is governed and how public funding is used is an important part of our responsibility to our children, families and wider community.
As a maintained school, we are required to publish certain financial information on our website. We aim to make this information clear and accessible, so that parents and members of our community can understand how the school is funded and how we are accountable for the use of those funds.
Our Financial Information
School funding is public money, and we have a responsibility to use it carefully, responsibly and effectively.
Our financial planning is focused on ensuring that available resources have the greatest possible impact on children’s learning, wellbeing and experiences.
We carefully consider spending decisions alongside our school priorities, ensuring that resources are used appropriately and that we continue to provide the best possible opportunities for every child.
Staff Salaries
In accordance with government requirements, maintained schools must publish information about employees who receive a gross annual salary of £100,000 or more, expressed in salary bands of £10,000.
At Flakefleet Primary School, one employee currently receives a gross annual salary of £100,000 or more.
The employee’s salary falls within the following statutory reporting band:
£100,000–£109,999
This information is published to support transparency and accountability in the use of public funds.
Financial Benchmarking
Financial benchmarking allows schools to compare their income and expenditure with other schools nationally.
We provide access to Flakefleet Primary School’s financial benchmarking information so that parents and our wider community can explore the school’s published financial data and see how our spending compares with similar schools.
School Financial Benchmarking
This school’s data covers the financial year April 2024 to March 2025 consistent financial reporting return (CFR).
- In year balance
-£29,234 - Revenue reserve
£7,687 - School phase
Primary
Spending for this school
Teaching and Teaching support staff
High: Spends £5,935 per pupil — Spending is higher than 93.3% of similar schools.
Non-educational support staff and services
High: Spends £707 per pupil — Spending is higher than 80% of similar schools.
Educational ICT
High: Spends £182 per pupil — Spending is higher than 86.2% of similar schools.
The rating is not an indication of performance. It is used to display if spending is significantly more or less than similar schools. This does not consider any individual spending strategies which might apply.
The ratings are intended for schools and trusts to identify potential areas to help them make informed spending decisions.
Governance and Accountability
Good financial management is an important part of effective school governance.
Our Governing Body provides strategic oversight and challenge, helping to ensure that the school is well managed and that resources are used appropriately.
Governors work alongside the Headteacher and school leadership team to consider the school’s priorities, financial position and longer-term sustainability.
Further information about our Governing Body, including governor roles and responsibilities, can be found on our Governors’ Information and Duties page.
Our Commitment
We are committed to:
- Using public funding responsibly and effectively
- Making financial decisions in the best interests of our pupils
- Ensuring spending supports our school priorities
- Maintaining appropriate financial controls and oversight
- Providing clear and accessible financial information
- Working openly and transparently with our governing body
- Ensuring that governors provide appropriate challenge and accountability
Questions About School Finances
If you have a question about the financial information published on this page or would like further clarification, please contact the school business manager through the school office.