Minutes:
Robin Crofts reported that the Cambridge Education contract was now due for review and ran for 3 years plus 1 plus 1. Arrangements were underway for it to be secured following the first year. Robin noted that proposals for the remaining four years would be in the context of financial reductions and therefore there would be a need to modify scope.
The current focus is on preparations for two inspections; the standards agenda and increasing engagement with academies (9 currently involved).