Decision details

To update cabinet on the options for additional school places (refer to March 2014 cabinet report)

Cabinet considered two deputations in respect of this report as summarised in item 7.

RESOLVED:

1.  That the updated forecast of primary school reception places be noted and, in particular, the demand for additional primary school places in the north of the borough.

2.  That the inclusion of Phoenix Primary School in the programme for permanent expansion of primary school places to provide two additional forms of entry on a temporary basis from September 2015 and a permanent basis from September 2016, as referred to in paragraphs 25 and 26 of the report be approved.

3.  That the further expansion of Keyworth Primary School by an additional form of entry (FE) to become 3FE, subject to the agreement of the governing body, as referred to in paragraph 27 of the report be approved.

4.  That it be noted that discussions are taking place with Southwark’s diocesan boards on potential for expansion of diocesan schools in the north of the borough, as referred to in paragraph 29 of the report.

5.  That the update on new primary free schools in the south of the borough and officers’ engagement with the Education Funding Agency and the Harris Federation on finding a suitable site for the proposed new Harris Nunhead free school, referred to in paragraphs 30 to 33 of the report be noted.

6.  That the Wilkinson House site be approved as the permanent new location for an expanded Bellenden School subject to public consultation and business case approval by the director of regeneration, as referred to in paragraphs 35 to 38 of the report.

7.  That the updated forecast of demand for year 7 secondary school places in the borough be noted and the steps being taken by officers to:

·  Assist and facilitate an appropriate expansion of existing secondary schools in Southwark

·  Assist and facilitate the two prospective applicants for a new secondary free school in the south of the borough

·  Engage with NHS Property Services on arrangements for disposing of surplus land at the Dulwich Hospital site.