Decision details

Determination of statutory proposals

RESOLVED:  That, having determined the statutory proposals in relation to Stanburn First School (4-7 Years) and Stanburn Junior School, the two schools be amalgamated in January 2014, namely to:

·                     extend the age range of Stanburn First School (4-7 Years) to establish a primary school with an age range of 4 years (reception) to 11 years (year 6) from 1 January 2014;

·                     expand the capacity of Stanburn First School (4-7 Years) from 1 January 2014; and

·                     discontinue Stanburn Junior School on 31 December 2013.

Reason for Decision:  In line with the Council’s amalgamation policy, combining the two schools would give the opportunity to further improve educational standards by enabling planning as a coherent whole across the primary phase of the national curriculum.  It would also provide a greater flexibility across and between key stages.  Access to the whole primary curriculum supports and informs whole school planning, assessment, pastoral systems, etc., and provides opportunities for wider staff development and experience across the full primary phase.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:  Reject the proposals. Approve the proposals with modifications, for example in relation to the implementation date. Approve the proposals subject to meeting a separate condition.

Conflict of Interest relating to the matter declared by Cabinet Member / Dispensation Granted:  None.