Decision details
To transfer to the Hereford Diocesan Board of Finance the freehold building footprint and land at Pencombe Church of England Primary School
Decision Maker: Commercial and Investment Manager
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
Decision:
• Paragraph 2(3) of Schedule 3 to the
School Standards and Framework Act 1998 requires the council to
transfer the freehold building footplate and developed hard play
areas to the Rector & Churchwardens of the Parish of Pencombe
and Marston Stannett as trustees of the Pencombe CE School
Foundation. • The freehold title is currently vested in
Herefordshire Council.
• The old school buildings and car park belong to the Hereford
Diocesan Board of Education.
• This will be a transfer of the school footprint for the new
school buildings and hard play area. The playing field will be
retained by the council as required by the legislation.
• This is a voluntary aided school and it is required under s.
86 (1) of The Education Act 1944 as amended by The Education Act
1946, to transfer the freehold building footplate and developed
hard play areas to the aforementioned Trustees.
Contact: Michelle Chadd Email: michelle.chadd4@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 01432 261552.
Publication date: 13/08/2026
Date of decision: 04/08/2026
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