Decision Maker: Executive Board

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: November 12, 2024

Purpose: To seek permission to consult on the above proposal.

Content: RESOLVED –   (i)         That Officers be given approval to consult with the relevant parties regarding the proposal to change the status of Ysgol Cae’r Gwenyn from a mainstream nursery school to a primary special school and to change the age range from 3-4 to 3-7.   (ii)        That Executive Board Members receive a further report in April 2025 which will detail feedback from the consultation and seek their approval for a preferred way forward.   Reasons for decisions   (i)        The Council has a duty to ensure that the children and young people of Wrexham are being afforded the education and learning opportunities they deserve, which includes providing suitable learning environments and monitoring the demand for school places.   (ii)       To improve the suitability and viability of the school estate.   (iii)      To develop sustainable learning environments.