DOCSLIB.ORG

(A) Report Title ST MATTHEW ACADEMY, ST JOSEPH's VALE

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
(A) Report Title ST MATTHEW ACADEMY, ST JOSEPH's VALE Committee PLANNING COMMITTEE (A) Report Title ST MATTHEW ACADEMY, ST JOSEPH’S VALE SE3 0XX Ward Blackheath Contributors Louise Holland Class PART 1 Date: 1 NOVEMBER 2011 Reg. No. DC/11/76480 Application dated 10.11.2010 and letter dated 5.5.2011 Applicant Hazel McCormack Young LLP on behalf of St Matthew Academy Proposal The construction of a Sports Hall with two storey element, to provide changing room, fitness suite, office, storage and WC facilities. Applicant’s Plan Nos. 1492/001 Rev P1, 002 Rev P1, 005 Rev P2, 010 Rev P3, 015 Rev P3, 016 Rev P1, Design & Access Statement Background Papers (1) Case File LE/405/5/TP (2) Adopted Unitary Development Plan (July 2004) (3) Local Development Framework (May 2007) (4) The London Plan (July 2011) Zoning Adopted UDP - Existing Use 1.0 Property/Site Description 1.1 St Matthews Academy occupies land on both sides of St Joseph’s Vale and is a recently built school which opened in 2008. The Academy provides education for children from nursery up to Year 11 and replaced both St Joseph’s Academy boys secondary school and Our Lady of Lourdes primary school. The school buildings are on the west side of St Joseph’s Vale while games pitches are provided on the east side of the road. The school when built was to accommodate 900 Secondary, 420 Primary and 25 Nursery pupils. The development was carried out in phases, in that the new school building was constructed on the original playing field areas and then replacement sports pitches were laid out when the original school buildings were demolished. 1.2 The school is accommodated in a large building comprising linked elements up to three storeys in height. The Academy has been built to take advantage of the changes in level throughout the site and it has a lower ground floor that cuts into part of the site. 1.3 The building has 2 main spines running east-west, with wings of varying lengths off the north block. The building is punctured by a series of lightwells, voids and courtyards to allow for natural light. 1.4 The north block accommodates the Primary School function at the western end, which has a separate access from the Secondary School. The remainder of the north block provides secondary education facilities, including what was originally the sports hall which has been converted to classrooms and ancillary rooms. 1.5 The south block provides a library, restaurant area, admin offices and the majority of the teaching rooms. The Nursery is also accommodated in the western end of this block and like the Primary School facility, has a dedicated external space, separate from that used by the Secondary School. 1.6 The building has been finished in a modern palette of materials with large expanses of glazing, white render, zinc and timber cladding and galvanised steel sheets. 1.7 Both vehicular and pedestrian access to the Academy is via a single access off St Joseph’s Vale. The school has 42 vehicle spaces and over 200 cycle spaces. 1.8 The original design of the school allows for community use of a number of facilities including the assembly room, dance/drama studio and sports hall. 1.9 The current application relates to land to the north of the main school building close to the northern boundary of the site. Three single storey blocks of temporary classrooms are currently located in this part of the site. 2.0 Planning History 2.1 There are a number of permissions for St Joseph's Academy secondary school and Our Lady of Lourdes primary school which are of limited relevance since the redevelopment of the site. 2.2 In 2005 planning permission was granted for the demolition of buildings on the site and construction of a part single, part two, part three storey building, plus part lower ground floor level, to provide a new Academy, together with associated landscaping and playing fields, provision of 232 bicycle and 42 car parking spaces with access off St Joseph’s Vale (DC/04/57340). 2.3 Since the approval of the Academy there have also been a number of applications received and dealt with regarding detailed submissions. 2.4 In March 2011 planning permission was granted for the retention of 3 single storey blocks comprising 6 temporary classroom units, together with access ramps at the rear of St Matthew Academy St Joseph's Vale SE3 (DC/10/75107). The consent permits the retention of the buildings until 31 March 2012. 2.5 Also in March 2011 planning permission was granted for the alteration and conversion of the existing sports hall at St Matthew Academy, St Joseph's Vale SE3, to provide classroom accommodation, including external facade alterations to form new window and door openings and the extension of an existing external staircase to first floor level (DC/10/75832). This scheme has been implemented and the new classrooms are now in use. 3.0 Current Planning Application 3.1 This application is for the construction of a new Sports Hall with associated changing, storage and fitness suite and alterations to existing landscaping. The Sports Hall would replace that recently converted to classroom accommodation. The proposed Sports Hall is to be located on the site of the existing temporary classrooms. 3.2 The building would be of two storeys and would be broadly rectangular, measuring 9m in height x 18.7m wide x 46m long. In addition there is a single storey element on the northern side that measures 5.6m (h) x 4m (w) x 16.9m (l). The external materials that have been proposed comprise largely of aluminium micro rib cladding (in 2 colours) with a blue brick plinth mainly on the north elevation. The smaller north element of the building will be clad in western red cedar cladding. The windows, doors and curtain walling are all to be aluminium to match the rest of the school. 3.3 The Design and Access Statement explains that when the school opened in 2008 it inherited a relatively small number of boys from St Joseph’s Academy and as intended, the school roll has increased year on year, so that the planned total roll of 900 students in Years 7-11 has now been attained, as of September 2011. It notes that due to financial restrictions imposed on the project the original school design was downscaled during the design process. Due to the layout of the teaching space a number of shortfalls with regard to accommodation became apparent following the opening of the school, such that some of the teaching concepts were identified as not effective, leaving a shortage of classroom space. The effect of this was that in June 2010 the school was already at maximum capacity and the temporary classrooms and conversion of the original gym, for which planning permission was granted in March 2011, were measures designed to ensure provision of sufficient teaching space for the full Years 7-11 roll of 900 students. 3.4 The proposed new gym is seen as the third and final phase of the programme to create additional teaching accommodation to cater for the 900 students in Years 7-11. The temporary classrooms are to be removed, which would then allow for the construction of the new gym. It has been confirmed that overall student numbers are not planned to increase as a result of this proposal. 4.0 Consultation & Replies Neighbours & Local Amenity Societies etc 4.1 Letters of consultation were sent to 76 neighbouring properties and the Blackheath Society, together with notices displayed on site and in the local press. Ward Councillors were also consulted. 4.2 A total of 15 responses have been received. Of these, 12 are objection letters from the occupiers of 2, 24, 29, 64, 66, 85, 129, 130, St Joseph’s Vale, 7 and 10 Nesbit Close, 3 The Meadway, 5 Lee Terrace. 1 letter from the occupier of 3 The Glebe makes comments on the application and 2 letters from the occupiers of 54 St Joseph’s Vale and 1d The Glebe are in support of the application. 4.3 The letters of objection that have been received raise the following issues:- • Work is still incomplete at the old entrance in The Glebe. Lighting and car park use not being adhered to. • Will the temporary classrooms be removed? • Traffic nuisance is a big issue for residents. • Will the artificial playing fields remain? • Noise disturbance is insufferable and stressful in a residential area. • Development is ill thought out. • Why must pupil number reach the planned amount? • Access to the school is inadequate. • Construction machinery causes obstruction and delays. • Drop off and pick up times result in the road being blocked. • Where will construction vehicles enter/exit the site. • Not clear where the building is to be located from the site plans. • Overlooking will occur from the new classrooms. • Coaches and delivery vehicles often obstruct the road. • There should be an area within the school grounds for drop off/turning area. 4.4 The letters of support state: • Noise levels that are produced from the school are neither excessive or a nuisance. • The proposal will promote health and well being of children. • It is vital for schools to have appropriate facilities. (Letters are available to Members) 4.5 Following the number of objections that were received, a Local Meeting was held at 7:00pm at St Matthew Academy on 28 th June 2011. The meeting was attended by 3 residents. The main topics of discussion at the meeting related to issues concerning traffic/cars and possible inconvenience of construction traffic.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Record Year for Lewisham Council's GCSE Results
    GCSE Excellence 2011 Record year for Lewisham Council’s GCSE results Teenagers across Lewisham are celebrating top GCSE Executive Headteacher of Sedgehill, Kieron results, with most schools reporting their best ever Osbourne, said: 'We are extremely pleased and proud performance. of these results. Students and staff and parents deserve our congratulations. This is the foundation for further Provisional figures released today (25 August) show improvement and success at the new Sedgehill.' 56 per cent of Lewisham’s students gained at least 5 A*-C including English and maths – a jump of 8 Headteacher of Sedgehill, Ken McKenzie, added: 'We percentage points from last year. This strong are all delighted that we got the best set of results performance follows last week’s record-breaking A we’ve ever had. It’s a great start for our federation level results. with Hayes and we look forward to doing even better next year.' Over half of Lewisham’s thirteen secondary schools improved by more than 10 percentage points. Prendergast Ladywell Fields College also achieved its best ever results with a high number of A* and A Top performing schools include Addey and Stanhope grades being awarded. Mel Whitfield, Headteacher, in New Cross where 70 per cent of students gained 5 said: 'We are absolutely over the moon with our or more A*-C grades including English and maths; results. We are so proud of all our students.' Bonus Pastor Catholic College in Downham which saw 67 per cent of its students achieve excellent Addey and Stanhope School is another top performer. passes; and Sydenham where 64 per cent of students Exceptional achievements from students include were awarded high grades.
    [Show full text]
  • Applying to Start Primary School 2021
    Applying to start primary school 2021 Information about admissions arrangements Contents Applying online 2 Important dates 2 Applying for a Reception place 3 Primary school starting age 3 Deciding which primary schools to apply for 3 Visiting schools 3 Admissions criteria 3 How the preference system works 6 How to apply 7 Supplementary information forms 8 Last year’s application and appeal rates (community schools) 8 Applying for a Reception place after the closing date – 15 January 2021 10 National offer day – 16 April 2021 10 Appeals 11 Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities 11 Transferring from an infant to junior school in Lewisham 12 Primary schools in Lewisham 12 Useful contacts 19 Map of primary schools in Lewisham 20 This document is designed to help guide parents and (Tuesday-Thursday 9am–1pm) or email carers who are resident in the Lewisham borough through [email protected] the admission process for starting primary school in Information provided in this document is subject to September 2021. This information is also available online change by the Government or the Schools Adjudicator. at www.lewisham.gov.uk/primaryadmissions. Any amendments will be published at If you have any questions about the admissions www.lewisham.gov.uk/admissions. process, call the Admissions Team on 020 8314 8282 Contact: Admissions and Appeals Team, Laurence House, Catford SE6 4RU. Tel: 020 8314 8282 (lines are open Monday–Thursday, 9am–1pm). Email: [email protected] Applying to start primary school 2021–22 Information about admissions arrangements 2 Who this information is for Apply online for primary school places The information is intended for residents of the Lewisham www.eadmissions.org.uk borough only.
    [Show full text]
  • St Matthew Academy St Joseph’S Vale, Blackheath, London, SE3 0XX
    School report St Matthew Academy St Joseph’s Vale, Blackheath, London, SE3 0XX Inspection dates 6–7 March 2013 Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 Overall effectiveness This inspection: Good 2 Achievement of pupils Good 2 Quality of teaching Good 2 Behaviour and safety of pupils Good 2 Leadership and management Good 2 Summary of key findings for parents and pupils This is a good school. Leaders and managers, including governors, Pupils’ behaviour has improved significantly, have taken decisive action to improve the and the caring and supportive approach to quality of teaching which is now good, with managing behaviour is leading to a reduction some that is outstanding. in incidents of unacceptable behaviour. Achievement has improved year on year, and Pupils’ safety and well-being are strongly progress is good for all groups of pupils promoted. Attendance is above average. across the school. Every opportunity is taken to make the most of Pupils benefit from many inspirational the all-through nature of the school, and this experiences which help to promote good ensures that the school community is cohesive. achievement. As a result, their spiritual, The new principal provides inspired leadership. moral, social and cultural development is He is effectively supported by the three vice outstanding. principals. Together with the governors, and in partnership with the diocese and local authority, they are securing continuous improvement in all areas of the school. It is not yet an outstanding school because Attainment at the end of Year 2, although Rates of progress in mathematics are not as improving, remains stubbornly well-below fast as those found in English.
    [Show full text]
  • Education Indicators: 2022 Cycle
    Contextual Data Education Indicators: 2022 Cycle Schools are listed in alphabetical order. You can use CTRL + F/ Level 2: GCSE or equivalent level qualifications Command + F to search for Level 3: A Level or equivalent level qualifications your school or college. Notes: 1. The education indicators are based on a combination of three years' of school performance data, where available, and combined using z-score methodology. For further information on this please follow the link below. 2. 'Yes' in the Level 2 or Level 3 column means that a candidate from this school, studying at this level, meets the criteria for an education indicator. 3. 'No' in the Level 2 or Level 3 column means that a candidate from this school, studying at this level, does not meet the criteria for an education indicator. 4. 'N/A' indicates that there is no reliable data available for this school for this particular level of study. All independent schools are also flagged as N/A due to the lack of reliable data available. 5. Contextual data is only applicable for schools in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland meaning only schools from these countries will appear in this list. If your school does not appear please contact [email protected]. For full information on contextual data and how it is used please refer to our website www.manchester.ac.uk/contextualdata or contact [email protected]. Level 2 Education Level 3 Education School Name Address 1 Address 2 Post Code Indicator Indicator 16-19 Abingdon Wootton Road Abingdon-on-Thames
    [Show full text]
  • CHILDREN and YOUNG PEOPLE SELECT COMMITTEE Report Title
    CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE SELECT COMMITTEE Annual Standards Report Primary and Secondary Schools Report Title including update on Secondary Challenge Key Decision Ward All Head of Standards and Inclusion Contributors Service Manager for School Improvement and Intervention Class Date: 19th April 2017 1. Purpose of paper 1.1 The report follows on from the presentation and report to the Children and Young People Select Committee in October 2016. That report, based on the then provisional results, highlighted the trends in primary and secondary school performance in relation Lewisham compared with national and London outcomes for Key Stages 1, 2, 4 and 5. The final results have now been published nationally so this report sets out the background to 2016 outcomes, provides context in terms of inspection outcomes and summarises the action being taken to promote improvement. 2. Recommendations 2.1 The Committee is recommended to comment on and note the report, in particular the actions underway and planned. 3. Policy context 3.1 The Council’s overarching vision is “Together we will make Lewisham the best place in London to live, work and learn”. In addition to this, ten corporate priorities and the overarching Sustainable Community Strategy drive decision making in the Council. Lewisham’s corporate priorities were agreed by full Council and they remain the principal mechanism through which the Council’s performance is reported. 3.2 The Council’s corporate policy of “Young people’s achievement and involvement” promotes raising educational attainment and improving facilities for young people through working in partnership. The Council’s Sustainable Community Strategy’s priority of “Ambitious and Achieving” aims to create a borough where people are inspired and supported to achieve their potential.
    [Show full text]
  • Proposal to Expand Addey and Stanhope School by Adding a Sixth Form
    APPENDIX 6 Proposal to expand Addey and Stanhope School by adding a sixth form Equalities Analysis Assessment June 2012 Chris Threlfall [email protected] 020 8314 9971 Start date of EAA: May 2012 1 Contents 1 Introduction 2 Management of the EAA 3 Identification of the aims and objectives 4 Scope / focus of the EAA and assessment of relevance 5 Relevant data and research 6 Consultation 7 Assessment of impact and outcomes 8 Action Plan 9 Formal agreement 10 Publication of results 11 Monitoring 2 1. Introduction This analysis assessment was undertaken using the methodology and approach set out in Lewisham’s Equalities Analysis Assessment (EAA) toolkit. Every new service or one undergoing organisational change or review requires the undertaking of such an assessment to ensure that the proposals address equalities and that implementation meets both the aspirations set out in the Council’s equalities policies AND statutory requirements. This assessment is being carried out as the aim is to open a Sixth Form at Addey and Stanhope School from September 2013. This assessment has considered the content of the proposals and analysed whether these are likely to have a positive or negative impact on different groups within the local community. Having made this assessment it sets out the action to be taken to prevent direct and indirect discrimination and positively promote positive and harmonious community relations. 2. Management of the EAA This assessment was undertaken by the Children and Young People’s Pupil Place Manager. The methodology used for this EIA has been to: - Collate and analyse relevant data in relation to the proposal - Review relevant consultations undertaken on the proposal that relate to equalities - Present a draft EAA to the Directorate Management Team of the Children & Young People’s directorate for recommendation of changes 3.
    [Show full text]
  • Proposal to Expand Deptford Green School by Adding a Sixth Form Equalities Impact Assessment June 2011
    Proposal to expand Deptford Green School by adding a sixth form Equalities Impact Assessment June 2011 1 Contents 1 Introduction 2 Management of the EIA 3 Identification of the aims and objectives 4 Scope / focus of the EIA and assessment of relevance 5 Relevant data and research 6 Consultation 7 Assessment of impact and outcomes 8 Action Plan 9 Formal agreement 10 Publication of results 11 Monitoring 2 1. Introduction This impact assessment was undertaken using the methodology and approach set out in Lewisham’s Equalities Impact Assessment (EIA) toolkit. Every new service or one undergoing organisational change or review requires the undertaking of such an assessment to ensure that the proposals address equalities and that implementation meets both the aspirations set out in the Council’s equalities policies AND statutory requirements. This assessment has considered the content of the proposals and analysed whether these are likely to have a positive or negative impact on different groups within the local community. Having made this assessment it sets out the action to be taken to prevent direct and indirect discrimination and positively promote positive and harmonious community relations. 2. Management of the EIA This assessment was undertaken by the Children and Young People’s Pupil Place Manager. The methodology used for this EIA has been to: - Collate and analyse relevant data in relation to the proposal - Review relevant consultations undertaken on the proposal that relate to equalities - Present a draft EIA to the Directorate Management Team of the Children & Young People’s directorate for recommendation of changes 3. Identification of aims and objectives The overall aim of the proposal is for Deptford Green to add a sixth form with 100 students per cohort (initial 100 for year 12 then 100 for progression and recruitment to year 13 in 2012) will increase total capacity of the school to 1500 by September 2013 (dependant on retention of year 12 – 13 from September 2012).
    [Show full text]
  • Inspection of St Matthew Academy St Joseph’S Vale, Blackheath, London SE3 0XX
    School report Inspection of St Matthew Academy St Joseph’s Vale, Blackheath, London SE3 0XX Inspection dates: 16–17 October 2019 Overall effectiveness Good The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Early years provision Good Overall effectiveness at previous Requires improvement inspection What is it like to attend this school? We spoke to lots of pupils who all said they enjoy school. They welcome the emphasis teachers put on doing well in lessons. They also appreciate the opportunity to study a wide range of subjects. Pupils in the secondary achieve strong examination results. However, the range of subjects they study in Year 9 is not broad enough. The school is changing this. Pupils find their learning enjoyable. Across the school, relationships between teachers and pupils are strong. Pupils are polite and respect other people. Their behaviour is strong. Teachers are able to teach without any interruptions so that everyone can learn. Pupils enjoy the days for personal development when they focus on a particular topic, such as keeping safe online. Many pupils involve themselves in the wide range of opportunities for learning outside the classroom. These include debating, visits and sports. Pupils have won impressive awards for their achievements. All the pupils we spoke with feel safe in school. They are not worried about bullying. They know that staff will sort out any problems they might have, and that they will be helped to do well in their examinations. What does the school do well and what does it need to do better? The school has improved a great deal.
    [Show full text]
  • Eligible If Taken A-Levels at This School (Y/N)
    Eligible if taken GCSEs Eligible if taken A-levels School Postcode at this School (Y/N) at this School (Y/N) 16-19 Abingdon 9314127 N/A Yes 3 Dimensions TA20 3AJ No N/A Abacus College OX3 9AX No No Abbey College Cambridge CB1 2JB No No Abbey College in Malvern WR14 4JF No No Abbey College Manchester M2 4WG No No Abbey College, Ramsey PE26 1DG No Yes Abbey Court Foundation Special School ME2 3SP No N/A Abbey Gate College CH3 6EN No No Abbey Grange Church of England Academy LS16 5EA No No Abbey Hill Academy TS19 8BU Yes N/A Abbey Hill School and Performing Arts College ST3 5PR Yes N/A Abbey Park School SN25 2ND Yes N/A Abbey School S61 2RA Yes N/A Abbeyfield School SN15 3XB No Yes Abbeyfield School NN4 8BU Yes Yes Abbeywood Community School BS34 8SF Yes Yes Abbot Beyne School DE15 0JL Yes Yes Abbots Bromley School WS15 3BW No No Abbot's Hill School HP3 8RP No N/A Abbot's Lea School L25 6EE Yes N/A Abbotsfield School UB10 0EX Yes Yes Abbotsholme School ST14 5BS No No Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College RM12 4YB No N/A Abingdon and Witney College OX14 1GG N/A Yes Abingdon School OX14 1DE No No Abraham Darby Academy TF7 5HX Yes Yes Abraham Guest Academy WN5 0DQ Yes N/A Abraham Moss Community School M8 5UF Yes N/A Abrar Academy PR1 1NA No No Abu Bakr Boys School WS2 7AN No N/A Abu Bakr Girls School WS1 4JJ No N/A Academy 360 SR4 9BA Yes N/A Academy@Worden PR25 1QX Yes N/A Access School SY4 3EW No N/A Accrington Academy BB5 4FF Yes Yes Accrington and Rossendale College BB5 2AW N/A Yes Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School
    [Show full text]
  • Safeguarding Policy, Logging on to and Completing the Form, Staff Can Also Contact the DSL Or Deputy DSL
    St Matthew Academy SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION Policy Our motto is ‘Let your light shine’. It is taken from St Matthew’s Gospel and captures our belief in the uniqueness of each individual. Our aim is to ensure that the talents and strengths of each pupil are encouraged, developed and celebrated Successful, confident learners High expectations, outstanding achievements Inclusive, caring, Catholic community Nurturing talent, cultivating ambition Excellence for all Date of Approval Autumn 2020 Review Date Autumn 2021 CONTENTS 1. Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................. 1 2. Key Requirements ......................................................................................................................................................... 1 3. What Do We Mean By Safegaurding? ............................................................................................................................ 2 4. Confidentiality and Information Sharing ........................................................................................................................ 2 5. Helping Our Pupils to Keep Themselves Safe ................................................................................................................. 2 6. Listening to Pupils ......................................................................................................................................................... 3
    [Show full text]
  • Deptford Green Sixth Form Students
    MAYOR AND CABINET Report Title Proposal to open a 6th Form at Deptford Green School from September 2012 Key Decision Yes Item No. 18 Ward All Contributors Executive Director of Children and Young People Executive Director for Resources Head of Law Class Part 1 Date: 13 July 2011 Reason for urgency This matter has not been included in the Council’s Forward Plan. However the decision must be taken by a date that makes it impractical to defer it until future Forward Planning and Mayor and Cabinet sessions. This report is part of the process for ‘Decision Making’ in relation to ‘expanding a maintained school by adding a sixth form’. Deptford Green School has completed the various procedures required under the School Organisation Regulations 2007 which include ‘consultation’, ‘publication’, ‘representation’, ‘decision’ and ‘implementation’ of a sixth form for September 2012. Deptford Green School published its notice on 25th May 2011 and therefore the proposal is at the ‘representation’ period (objections or expressions of interest of support to the Local Authority from interested parties) ended on 25 th June 2011 . This allows a final opportunity for the Local Authority to take into account any matters relating to the proposal. It is the Local Authority’s responsibility to make the ‘decision’ to add a sixth form to Deptford Green School for September 2012. Therefore there is a need to make this decision as the Mayor is not due to meet again until September and any decision has to be made within two months of the end of ‘representation’. The reason for lateness is because of the need to incorporate within the report an analysis of the latest available post-16 student level data.
    [Show full text]
  • Lewisham's Determined Admissions Criteria for Community Primary
    Appendix A Lewisham’s determined admissions criteria for nursery schools and nursery classes in community primary schools (children starting nursery during the academic year 2019/20) Where there is over-subscription, places will be offered to: 1 A looked after child’ or a child who was previously looked after but immediately after being looked after became subject to an adoption, child arrangements, or special guardianship order. A looked after child is a child who is a) in the care of a local authority, or b)being provided with accommodation by a local authority in the exercise of their social services functions (see definition in Section 22(1) of the Children Act 1989). Details must be supplied by the allocated social worker or foster carer. 2 In exceptional circumstances there is discretion to admit vulnerable children, as determined by Lewisham’s Children Centre Criteria for Priority or Excluded (POE),on the grounds of their or their family’s severe medical or social need for that particular school and who would not otherwise qualify for admission. The application must be supported by a letter from a hospital consultant, social worker or similar professional, setting out the reasons why the nursery is the only one able to meet the child’s needs, before an admission decision is made. The admission decision will be made by the headteacher who may consult with the Executive Director for Children and Young People. Supporting documentary evidence must be provided with the application; 3 Children whose brother or sister is on the roll of the main school when the application is made and is expected to be on the roll of the school, or of the junior school in the case of separate infant and junior schools, at the intended date of admission.
    [Show full text]