URL: https://moderngov.wrexham.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1767&LLL=0

Decision Maker: Executive Board

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: To seek approval from the Executive Board to begin a period of consultation relating to the Dee Valley Federation of Schools

Content: To seek approval from the Executive Board to begin a period of consultation relating to the Dee Valley Federation of Schools   RESOLVED –   (i)       That approval be given for Officers to consult with relevant parties on Options 1 and 2 regarding the Dee Valley Federation of Schools as set out in report COEEI/23/25.  Option 1 proposes to maintain the status quo.  Option 2 proposes to close Froncysyllte CP with effect from 31 August 2026, or sooner should pupil numbers fall to zero.   (ii)      That this matter be dealt with as an urgent item of business in accordance with Section 5 (Rule 5.8.19(m)) of the Council’s Constitution.   (iii)     That a further report be submitted in January 2026 which will detail feedback from the consultation and seek approval for a preferred way forward.   Reasons for Decisions   (i) To explore options available to the Dee Valley Federation of schools and ensure sustainability in the immediate future.   (ii) To provide the most effective and efficient education services for pupils.   (iii) To ensure that the Council complies with its duty to monitor the demand for school places and ensure viability of the school estate.   (iv) To ensure that the item is dealt with as an urgent item of business in order to comply with timescales for response outlined in the Welsh Government’s School Organisation Code (statutory code document 011/2018).4

Date of Decision: September 16, 2025