Summary
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) spends around £1 million yearly to send children of service personnel in North Wales to private schools where teaching is in English, rather than state schools, which teach in Welsh. This allowance is intended to reduce educational disruption for these families who frequently move due to military assignments. Some politicians have criticized the expense, while others argue families should choose the education language.
Key Facts
- The MoD spends approximately £1 million annually on this program.
- The Day School Allowance supports English-language education to minimize disruption for military families.
- The allowance covers up to £22,755 a year for tuition fees.
- The program applies to certain North Wales counties, including Conwy and Gwynedd.
- The Freedom of Information Act revealed these spending details.
- This program is available if families are accompanied by military members stationed in the area.
- There is ongoing political debate about the use of public funds for this purpose.
