Decision details

To seek Lead Member approval to consult on the proposed admission arrangements for Community and Voluntary Controlled schools for the 2027-28 academic year. 

24.1     The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Children’s Services.

DECISIONS

24.2     The Lead Member RESOLVED to:

1)         approve consultation on the proposed admission arrangements for Community and Voluntary Controlled (VC) schools for the 2027-28 academic year, as set out in appendix 1 to the report;

2)         note that there are no proposed changes to the admission arrangements;

3)         approve consultation on the proposed published admission numbers (PANs) for Community and VC schools for 2027 – 28, specifically the proposed PAN change at Hankham Primary School and Southover CE Primary School and;

4)         approve consultation on the proposed co-ordinated schemes of admissions as set out in appendices 3-6 of the report.

REASONS

24.3     The Council is required by law to consult on its admission arrangements every 7 years, or sooner if any changes to those arrangements are proposed for schools for which it is the admission authority.