Sustainable schools policy
The policy has as its vision an estate of educationally sustainable schools planned on an area basis, with focus on sharing and collaboration. It provides a framework for early consideration of emerging problems and possible remedial action to address questions of viability. The primary objective of the policy is to ensure that all children get a first class education in fit for purpose facilities, regardless of background or where they live.
Criteria
The policy sets out six criteria to be considered in assessing a school's educational viability, as follows:-
- quality educational experience
- stable enrolment trends
- sound financial position
- strong leadership and management
- accessibility
- strong links with the community
Policy document
The sustainable schools policy is available on the following page: