Hundreds of new school places proposed in Rugby
An extra 300 pupils could attend a school in Rugby if council plans go forward.A consultation is under way to add another 60 children per year group at Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College, the only secondary school in the north of Rugby.The proposal also includes the creation of a specialist resourced provision – a dedicated section within a mainstream school – for 20 students with special educational needs and disabilities.Work associated with the proposed development would include a new extension and internal remodelling works to the existing school building, a Rugby Borough Council report said.
Councils have to consult the public on such changes with the opportunity to air views planned to run from 23 June until 20 July.Should the plan progress, it would go before the council's cabinet for a decision in September with the plan for the extra capacity to be open in time for the school year starting in September 2027.The report stated: "Rugby north planning area is currently forecasting an ongoing shortfall for Year 7 entry of circa 30 places per year. "This shortfall is expected to continue as approved housing in the area is built out."It is proposed to increase the number of secondary places in this area by expanding Avon Valley School from 220 places to 280 places. "This increase of 60 places per year group will meet the current shortfall as well as ensuring future capacity to meet the need for school places."
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