Decision details

This report provides information on projected future pupil numbers in Chorley

District secondary schools and the actions taken to secure additional places in order to meet future demand.  The report seeks approval to expand one school with effect from 2017, and to enter into further negotiations with the remaining secondary schools to provide future additional places.

This is deemed to be a Key Decision and Standing Order 25 has been complied with.

The Committee considered a report on projected future pupil numbers in Chorley District secondary schools and the actions taken to secure additional places in order to meet future demand. 

It was proposed to expand Holy Cross Catholic High school with effect from September 2017, and to enter into further negotiations with the remaining secondary schools to provide future additional places.

It was agreed that further information would be provided to members on the cost of expanding the school including the possible use of developer contributions.

Resolved:  That the recommendations set out in the report to the Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Schools be noted, and that no additional comments or alternative recommendations be made.