Decision details

RESOLVED:

9.1 The refresh of the Brent Pupil Place Planning Strategy be approved as outlined in Appendix 1;

9.2 The fact that demand for Reception places from September 2017 is expected to reduce over the next few years, before recovering to near 2017 levels, be noted. This reduced demand is underpinned by lower birth rates. As birth rates fluctuate and further housing developments are delivered, it is possible that projections may be revised upwards. It is likely that there will be growth and continued pressures in some areas of the Borough or in specific year groups;

9.3 The fact that the demand for secondary places is forecast to increase and outstrip supply by 2020 be noted. The equivalent of two additional secondary schools will be needed by the 2023/24 academic year. This capacity could be provided through a combination of new schools and expanded provision;

9.4 The fact that that the number of children and young people with Education. Health and Care (EHC) Plans is expected to increase be noted. Exclusions from schools are also on an upward trend and many of these pupils have complex needs; and

9.5 The strategy for meeting additional SEND places be noted.