Decision details

To bring a draft proposal for a Flintshire School Improvement Partnership model following the Welsh Government decision to review the delivery of school improvement services which has resulted in the planned cessation of regional school improvement consortia.

Councillor Eastwood introduced the report which provided an update on the progress being made to create a new Flintshire School Improvement Service from 1^st April 2025.

The recommendations in the report were supported.

RESOLVED:

(a)       That the complexities in creating a new local authority model for school improvement services within the expected timescales with some critical information note yet available be acknowledged;

(b)       That Members confirm their confidence in the draft model being presented to ensure ongoing and effective support for Flintshire schools to ensure the best outcomes for learners;

(c)        That Members accept that the model has to be flexible and will be subject to changes being made by the senior officers of the Education Portfolio as progress is made towards the April 2025 deadline; and

(d)       That any feedback and comments be provided, to inform the development of the model.