On top of this, it is estimated that schools have lost revenues of up to £16,000 as a direct result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The figures have been revealed by the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT), which is calling for action from the Department for Education (DfE) to cover all costs associated with bringing pupils back.
Early in the pandemic, the government said it would reimburse schools for the additional costs incurred as a result of the crisis.
However, guidance published in April and updated in July stipulates that funding is only available to cover “specific items”. These are detailed as increased premises-related costs (including keeping schools open during Easter), support for free school meals (FSM) provision for children not attending school, and additional cleaning costs.
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