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Academies Benchmark Report 2026

Academies Benchmark Report 2026

The 14th annual Academies Benchmark Report is out now!

05 February 2026

The Academies Benchmark Report 2026 is out now! Your independent insight into the financial health of Trusts across the country.

The 14th annual Academies Benchmark Report reveals a mixed picture:

  • Strongest financial performance in three years, with only 36% of trusts in deficit in 2024/25 (down from 60% the year before).
  • Confidence remains low, as trusts predict steep declines in reserves over the next two years.
  • Secondary schools face the hardest hit, with reserves expected to drop 43% by 2026/27.

To read the full findings, click the link below to download your copy:

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Academies Benchmark Report 2026
Surveying almost 250 Trusts representing nearly 2,500 schools, this report delivers a financial snapshot of the Academy sector for the 2024/25 academic year.
Download the report here
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Why download the Academies Benchmark Report?

  • Truly independent, evidence-based insights
  • Written by leading education experts
  • Packed with the latest academy data to support decision-making
  • Clear graphs and tables for easy benchmarking

Key contacts

Kevin Connor

Audit Partner and Head of Academies

01872 247054

Email Kevin

David Butler

Audit Partner and Head of Charities and Not for Profit

0117 9100294

Email David

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