Multi Academy Trust Conversion Consultation

Letter to parents

FAQ and Rationale

The Governing Body of Cramlington Village Primary School has been thoroughly exploring the potential transition towards multi academy status. After careful consideration, we firmly believe that this move is in the best interests of our children, staff, and the wider community of the school. As a result of our research and discussions, our current preference is to explore joining the Pele Trust, as we strongly believe that this collaboration would greatly benefit our children. There is more information on the Trust on its website at https://www.peletrust.org.uk

The formal consultation period is scheduled to take place over a six-week period (30 school days) commencing on Monday 6th January 2025 and concluding on Friday 14th February 2025. We encourage all stakeholders to participate in this process as your opinions and feedback are invaluable to us. Please note that even at the end of the consultation process the school does not automatically become a multi academy, as this is a time when all comments and feedback are gathered. Following this, the Governing Body will meet to consider all feedback received during this process and whether to continue moving forward. Please click on this LINK to offer your feedback as part of the consultation.

As part of this consultation process, we will be hosting a meeting at the school on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at 5:30pm. Your attendance at this meeting would be greatly appreciated as we value your input in this important decision-making process.

We are committed to keeping you informed every step of the way and ensuring transparency throughout this journey towards potential multi academy status. Should you have any questions, or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in nurturing the best possible educational experience for our children.

Lucy Whitehead

Principal