Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: October 16, 2025

Purpose: Approval of grant funding for the Drakelow Park Flying High Academy new school pre-opening.

Content: RESOLVED to:   1)      Note that the new School Drakelow Park Flying High Academy is scheduled to open in September 2026;   2)      Approve the agreement of revenue support, (a detailed request with amount to follow) for a Minimum number of pupils to enable the school to open as planned; and   3)      Approve the revenue funding of £128,000 which is funded from within the Schools Block of the Dedicated Schools Grant to enable the initial recruitment process by the academy partnership.