Lanchester School
From Press office on 21 January 2011
Lanchester School has been closed to pupils on a temporary basis
The decision to close the school was taken by Solihull Council on the advice of the Interim Executive Board that currently governs the school.
Members of the board agreed that, since the announcement of and subsequent strike action by some staff members, and heightened by the considerable surrounding publicity, the school has been regrettably de-stabilised.
It was felt that closure was in the best interests of pupils and staff.
In the meantime, the necessary steps are already being taken to ensure minimal disruption to the education of the young people at the school
The Board and Solihull Council, along with the Executive Principal, will continue with planned changes at the school, including the proposed new staffing structure. This structure is currently at the consultation stage. No final decisions have been made and staff are being given every opportunity to express their views.
Media enquiries only - Angharad Lynch 0121 704 6164
Email: alynch@solihull.gov.uk