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<p>There is a delay in funding as schools are generally funded for the number of pupils
they had based on the previous year’s school census. This provides schools with greater
stability and predictability in planning their budgets. However, we are aware of the
difficulties that some schools experiencing an influx of pupils after the start of
an academic year can face. This is why local authorities can use a mobility factor
in their local funding formula to give additional funding to schools that have a large
number of pupils entering at non-standard entry times. We have also given local authorities
the option of setting up a growth fund, which can support schools taking on more pupils
because of the need for extra places in the area.</p>
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