Seventy-five trusts have raised concerns about their ability to continue operating in 2023-24 due to soaring inflation, plunging rolls, staff absences, and unfunded pay rises.
This number is more than double the previous year, with one trust facing a deficit of almost £6 million.
A big rise in the number of council schools subject to a notice of financial concern has also been reported.
Author's summary: Schools face financial crisis due to deficits.