Decision details

Determination of statutory proposals to expand Whitefriars Community School and extend the age range

Approval of the approach to the disposal of the Whitefriars Community School and Harrow Teachers’ Centre sites to the academy trust

RESOLVED:  That

(1)               statutory proposals to expand permanently and extend the age range of Whitefriars Community School to include provision for secondary aged pupils be approved, subject to the condition that planning consent was granted for the development of the all through school;

(2)               the approach to the disposal of the Whitefriars Community School and Harrow Teachers’ Centre sites to the academy trust be agreed;

(3)               authority be delegated to the Corporate Director, Environment and Enterprise, following consultation with the relevant Portfolio Holders, to finalise the disposal details for the academy transfer;

(4)               it be noted the contractor for the development of the site would be procured via the Education Funding Agency’s (EFA) Contractors Framework. 

Reason for Decision:  To enable the Local Authority to fulfil its statutory duties to provide sufficient school places in its area and the land transfer for the academy conversion.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:  As set out in the report.

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