Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: December 18, 2024

Purpose:

Content: AGREED: That Cabinet noted the report and: i)              Delayed the opening of a new primary school at Chiltern Road, Maidenhead, until at least September 2027, and requests that this be reconsidered in Autumn 2025. ii)             Requested a further period of discussion with Windsor schools around proposals for temporary and/or permanent reductions in the number of places available, ahead of a report back to Cabinet in April 2025 with specific options for consideration. iii)           Requested that work is carried out to assess the likely impact of the imposition of VAT on independent school fees on demand for school places in the borough, and that this work is incorporated into the 2025 pupil projections.