Agenda item

Schools Block (5-16 funding) 2021/22 - timeline & proposed consultation

Minutes:

The proposed consultation timeline was outlined: it was noted there was some flexibility and agreement was required on what worked well.  Clarity was also required on whether there should be a transfer from Schools Block to High Needs Block and a transfer from High Needs to CSSB. However, at this point it was unknown how much these transfer amounts would be. There was also a need to establish whether local schools wished to move to the full NFF and this would be referred to the Task Group.  Suggested meeting dates had been shared in the paper.

There were no major changes to the Schools Block this year although CSSB had to be consulted upon.

It was explained that the timeline was similar to previous years and dates should be agreed as soon as possible. Consideration would be given to sending the consultation  out directly after the half term holiday: it was felt schools required sufficient time to consult with their governing boards, particularly given the current situation.  The Chair and Susan Woodland would discuss further.

Members of the 5-16 Task Group were asked if they wished to continue sitting on the group and it was noted that other colleagues were welcome to join.  Membership and meeting dates would be confirmed.

 

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