• 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.