To consider a report of the Executive Member for Children's Services.

1.  That the representations and responses be noted.

2. That the proposal be approved with a change to the implementation date to 1 September 2021.

The Executive Member for Children’s Services submitted a report which provided analysis of the responses received during the representation stage in relation to a proposal to amalgamate Stamford Park Infant and Junior Schools (through the proposal to close Stamford Park Infant School and simultaneously expand the age range of Stamford Park Junior School); and which proposed a change to the implementation date. Broad support was expressed for the principle of amalgamation. A number of concerns were raised in relation to the condition of the existing buildings. It was noted that work was ongoing to review site options, and that Ward Members would be kept informed accordingly.

          RESOLVED -

(1)      That the representations and responses be noted.

(2)      That the proposal be approved with a change to the implementation date to 1 September 2021.