New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wight’s transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
17, March 2025·2 min readCampaigners meet with MP to save Brading CE Primary School ahead of Cabinet voteCampaigners meet with MP ahead of a crucial vote on Brading Primary School's future
17, March 2025·2 min readControversial plans to close five Isle of Wight primary schools face final voteA crunch cabinet meeting is set to decide the future of several primary schools on the Isle of Wight this week
7, March 2025·2 min readIsle of Wight trade unionist urges cabinet to withdraw controversial school closure plansConcerns escalate as unions prepare for industrial action in response to planned school closures
7, March 2025·1 min readConcerns raised over financial impact of proposed primary school closures on Isle of WightMaximum cost of school closures is around £3 million, but IW council say actual cost is likely to be considerably less
6, March 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight council Cabinet defer decision on school place planningCouncillor Bacon confirms postponement on school place planning until 20th March
5, March 2025·2 min readLetter: Wroxall parent shares gratitude for support against potential school closuresA heartfelt letter highlights parental concerns amid the threat of school closures
5, March 2025·2 min readCorporate Scrutiny Committee demands postponement of school closure decision by two weeksConcerns raised over inadequate time for scrutiny of Isle of Wight school closures
5, March 2025·5 min readEducation unions express concerns over school place planning in Isle of WightFive education unions voice major concerns over Isle of Wight school closures
4, March 2025·2 min readLetter: Preschool children build resilience through outdoor learning and explorationThis letter urges the council to consider rural upbringing benefits in school closure decisions
28, February 2025·1 min readLetter: Is democracy dead on the Isle of Wight?A Wroxall parent expresses anger over school closure decisions despite public opposition
26, February 2025·2 min readPublic consultation concludes as council moves forward with school closure recommendationsFollowing a public consultation, the council aims to enhance education by reallocating resources more effectively
26, February 2025·2 min readLetter: Brading community ‘disadvantaged’ as school closure proposals move forwardThe Brading community raises concerns about the council's decision-making process regarding school closures