Decision details

Final decision on the proposed enlargement of Cradle Hill Community Primary School.

7.1       The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Children’s Service regarding the proposed expansion of Cradle Hill Community Primary School.

7.2       Mr and Mrs Newbold, the lead petitioners, spoke in support of the petition.

7.3       It was RESOLVED – to approve the expansion of Cradle Hill Community Primary School from 420 places to 630 places effective from 1 September 2017, conditional upon planning permission for the enlargement of the premises being granted under Part 3 of the Town and Country Planning Regulations 1992 by 31 December 2016.

Reason

7.4       In responding to a growing demand for primary school places in Seaford, the Local Authority believes the expansion of Cradle Hill Community Primary School from 420 places to 630 places is essential if it is to fulfil its statutory duty to provide sufficient school places.