Two historic Ceredigion schools might soon have new futures! The sale of the former Ysgol Felinfach and Ysgol Dihewyd is set to be greenlit, potentially adding a cool £550,000 to the local council’s funds. 🌟
These schools, which closed doors earlier this year after merging into the new Ysgol Dyffryn Aeron, are now up for grabs. Despite needing a bit of TLC, both sites are considered to be in reasonable condition. The council’s Assets Team reached out to the Llanfihangel Ystrad Community Council for interest, but haven’t heard back. 🤔
While there’s a chance for the council to develop these properties, official advice suggests selling them is the smarter move. The potential financial gains just don’t outweigh the risks and costs involved in development, according to decision-makers.
Ysgol Felinfach alone has drawn interest from individuals eager for future development. It’s estimated to be worth £200,000, with extra fields adding up to £100,000 to the tag. Meanwhile, the Dihewyd site is valued at £250,000. Crazy!
This sale isn’t just about shedding old bricks and mortar—it’s about reinvesting in Ceredigion’s education services. The aim? To secure the best value and pave the way for more resources to funnel back into local education.
So, what’s next? Keep an eye out, as these sites are set to hit the open market soon! 🏫🌍 Will this prompt a burst of local development, or bring new services to the area? Only time will tell!