Decision details

Decision to publish a Statutory Notice on a proposal to expand primary provision at Cottingley Primary Academy.

The Director of Children’s Services, the Director of City Development and the Deputy Chief Executive submitted a joint report which sought approval for the publication of a Statutory Notice proposing the expansion of capacity at Low Road Primary School and also to approve the publication of a Statutory Notice proposing the expansion of Cottingley Primary Academy.

In considering the submitted report, Members thanked officers for the significant work which continued to be undertaken to increase the number of forms of entry available for young people across Leeds.

RESOLVED –

(a)  That the publication of a Statutory Notice to expand Low Road Primary School from a capacity of 140 pupils to 210 pupils, with an increase in the admission number from 20 to 30, with effect from September 2017, be approved;

(b)  That the publication of a Statutory Notice to expand Cottingley Primary Academy from a capacity of 315 pupils to 420 pupils, with an increase in the admission number from 45 to 60, with effect from September 2017, be approved;

(c)  That it be noted that the officer responsible for the implementation of such matters is the Capacity Planning and Sufficiency Lead.

As prescribed by School Organisation establishment and discontinuation regulations 2013 and Education Act 2011.

Parents, staff and governors of proposed and neighbouring schools, prospective parents, local residents, ward members, Diocese, trade unions, parish councils and other relevant stakeholders.