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11,000 fewer pupils in private schools in England this January. This is because the government added VAT to school fees.

Fewer pupils are in private schools now. The government says it's normal, but schools think high fees are causing more pupils to leave.
Some think it's too soon to see the new VAT effects. The government says it will fund public services. Pupil numbers in England are falling, especially in primary schools.

11,000 fewer pupils in private schools in England this January. This is because the government added VAT to school fees.

Fewer pupils are in private schools now. The government says it's normal, but schools think high fees are causing more pupils to leave.
Some think it's too soon to see the new VAT effects. The government says it will fund public services. Pupil numbers in England are falling, especially in primary schools.