Plans to shut five primary schools due to declining pupil numbers on the Isle of Wight have moved to the next step with the publication of statutory closure notices. The notices for Arreton St George’s CE, Brading CE, Cowes, Oakfield CE and Wroxall primary schools have been published by Isle of Wight Council. Councillors voted to close the five schools on 12 December with Godshill Primary School given a reprieve. A statutory four-week consultation for people to have their say on the proposals runs until 3 February. The authority is expected to make a final decision on the plans by late February or early March. The five schools could close on 31 August 2025.
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