Decision details

Members received a report which presented an update on progress within the city in taking forward the 14–19 Curriculum Reforms, including increasing the range of provision available and raising the participation rates and attainment of young people.  It also updated them on developments at Archbishop Holgate’s School, as a result of the school’s “presumption” to develop post-16 provision.

Advice of the Advisory Panel

That the Executive Member be advised:

(i)           That the developments in 14-19 education across the partnership and the partnership’s agreements to date on capital expenditure be noted and it be agreed that future expenditure be included in the Directorate’s mainstream capital monitoring procedures.

(ii)         That an interim update report on the Curriculum Reforms be brought to the next meeting of the Panel;

Decision of the Executive Member

RESOLVED:That the advice of the Advisory Panel be accepted and endorsed.

REASON:The Local Authority (LA) has the key strategic role and is the lead partner within the 14-19 partnership across the City  and members should be aware of the LA's responsibilities, decisions, and financial plans.