📢 Major Changes Proposed for Ysgol Cilgerran! 🚸
A wave of community action is sweeping across Pembrokeshire as nearly 400 people rally against proposed changes at Ysgol Cilgerran. The big plan? To shift it from a Church in Wales school to a regular community school. 😮
The council’s deep dive into the area’s education revealed a drop in student numbers and too many empty chairs, sparking this debate. After wrapping up a consultation in January, a petition with 391 signatures is now in the hands of the council. 🏫✍️
Louise Williams, the voice behind the petition, has raised alarm bells about what these shifts could mean: less focus on church values, potential federation with other schools, and sharing a headteacher. Many worry these changes might dilute the school’s distinctive culture and community connections. 📚
Ysgol Cilgerran isn’t alone—other local schools are also under the spotlight with potential closures looming. Petition power is at play as communities rally for their schools’ futures. 🗳️
The council’s final decision will be hashed out during the schools and learning overview and scrutiny committee meeting on 5th February. All eyes are on Pembrokeshire to see what they’ll decide. 🤔
Stay tuned to find out more about how these changes might redefine education in Pembrokeshire! 📢✨