Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA)

The Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) is a UK government body responsible for distributing funding to schools, colleges, and training organizations. Its main goal is to ensure that education providers have the financial resources they need to deliver quality education and training to students. The ESFA oversees budgets, manages funding programs, and ensures that institutions comply with regulations. It plays a critical role in supporting both compulsory and post-16 education, helping to improve skills and learning opportunities for individuals across England.