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Flintshire Cabinet Considers School Merger Proposals Amid Public Opposition

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 21
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Flintshire Cabinet is currently considering proposals to merge Saltney Ferry Primary School and Saltney Wood Memorial Primary School. The plan involves building a new school on the Saltney Wood site at a cost of £12.5 million, which is largely funded by the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Communities for Learning programme. The merger would result in the closure of Saltney Ferry Primary School. Estyn is also assessing whether the proposals maintain current educational standards and provision in the area.

From leaderlive.co.uk

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The proposals face significant public pushback, with 88.5% of parents disagreeing, 100% of Governors opposing, and 70% of teachers opposing the plan. The Cabinet has been urged to consider the strength of this public feeling during its review.

Council plans are underway to close existing schools in Saltney, Flintshire, and Mold.

From leaderlive.co.uk

Who's involved

  • SaltneyTown whose local institutions are subject to administrative decisions regarding school provision.
  • FlintshirePrincipal area in north-east Wales where the local government operates.
  • EstynEducation and training inspectorate responsible for assessing educational standards.
  • Flintshire County CouncilLocal government body responsible for managing services within the defined geographical area of Flintshire.

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