Information and support about closing and merging school proposals
A handbook with information and support has been shared with parents and carers at schools impacted by the closure/merger proposals in 2024/2025.
Please see the appropriate handbook depending on the possible changes your school faces:
- Parent handbook for proposed closing schools - St Mary's Church of England Primary School and St Dominic's Catholic Primary School
- Parent handbook for proposed merging schools - Sir Thomas Abney Primary School, Holmleigh Primary School, Oldhill Community School and Harrington Hill Primary School
The handbooks provide further details on:
- Quick questions and where to find answers
- Understanding school changes - why the proposals are being considered
- Timeline
- Supporting your child during uncertainty
- Workshops to support families
- Book recommendations
- Supporting your child through a potential school merger/closure
- Support for pupils with SEND
- Support with buying new school uniform
- How to apply for the uniform grant
- Wellbeing support and services - children
- Wellbeing support and services - adults
- Admissions