To consider the response on the consultation on the proposal to close Brilley Church of England Primary School with effect from 31^st August 2007.

THAT

            (a)              the transfer of pupils to Almeley Primary School be confirmed; and

            (b) notices be issued to cease to maintain Brilley CE Primary School as from 31st August, 2007.

·                     Governors and Parents have reluctantly come to the view that it is in the best interests of their children if they are transferred to a larger school.

·                     The number of children under the age of 5 living in the area served by Brilley Primary School is low, and do not provide the basis for a sustainable school.

·                     Federation with Eardisley Primary School was proposed, but this has been rejected by both Governors of Brilley and Eardisley Primary Schools as creating more problems than it would solve.

·                     The maintenance of the status quo with such low number is unacceptable as it does not provide children with the broad experience that should be expected in primary schools.