Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Decisions:
RESOLVED:
That the Cabinet approve the Education Strategy 2024-29.
Reasons for decision
The Cabinet Member for Children, Families & Education introduced a report on the Council’s new education strategy, outlining the main priorities for the education team for maintained and Academy schools, early years, and further education providers in Hillingdon for the next five years. It was noted that the vision was for all young people to prepare for adult life while being educated. The three priorities were: ensuring high-quality, supportive, and inclusive learning for every child and young person; preparing children for adulthood; and addressing key issues that put some children at risk of educational underachievement.
The Cabinet Member noted that the strategy process had begun in 2022, with officers working through turbulent years and new challenges, and being a five-year plan, aimed at long-term goals. It was reviewed by the Children's Family and Education Select Committee in November 2024, with comments included in the Cabinet papers.
The Cabinet Member thanked Abi Preston, her team, and Michael Hawkins for their contributions. The Leader of the Council also expressed gratitude to the officers and acknowledged the Chief Executive's role passing on the feedback.
Cabinet agreed the Council’s Education Strategy
Alternative options considered and rejected
None.
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Relevant Select Committee |
Children, Families & Education Select Committee |
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Expiry date for any scrutiny call-in / date decision can be implemented (if no call-in) |
This matter can be called in by the relevant select committee by 5pm, Friday 20 December 2024. If not called-in, Cabinet’s decisions can then be implemented. |
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Officer(s) to action |
Abi Preston / Michael Hawkins, Children’s Services, Education & SEND |
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Directorate |
Children’s Services |
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Classification |
Public - The report and any background papers relating to this decision by the Cabinet are available to view on the Council's website or by visiting the Civic Centre, Uxbridge. |
Publication date: 13/12/2024
Date of decision: 12/12/2024
Decided at meeting: 12/12/2024 - CABINET
Effective from: 21/12/2024
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