📚📢 Big Changes Ahead for Carmarthenshire Schools!
Carmarthenshire Council’s bold plans to modernise education are taking shape, as the proposal to close two more primary schools progresses. This move is part of the council’s strategy to shake up the educational landscape, impacting four schools within a 16-mile radius.
🏫 The spotlight is on Ysgol Meidrim, located three miles north of St Clears, and Ysgol y Fro, five miles south of Carmarthen. Both schools are now under formal consultation, active until March 2nd, giving the community a voice in the potential closures. It’s a chance for parents, teachers, and locals alike to weigh in on these significant changes.
Supporters of the plan highlight challenges like extremely low pupil numbers, surplus places, and unsustainable renovation costs. Meanwhile, Ysgol Pontiets in Llanelli remains in suspense, with its consultation delayed for now.
Carmarthenshire Council emphasises that these changes are aimed at creating a sustainable education system that benefits students across the county. It’s about addressing the current hurdles faced by schools and ensuring balanced, quality education for all pupils.
📅 Keep an eye on these developments, as final decisions will be made at a full meeting of the council after all voices have been heard. Your input matters! Share your thoughts via email or the council’s website. It’s your chance to make an impact on the future of education in Carmarthenshire.
Stay tuned for the latest updates! 🌟📚