How does this change affect current pupils?
The variation in admission numbers primarily affects new admissions for the specified intake year, September 2026. We do not foresee this making a negative impact on the enrolment or class placement of pupils already attending the school, though it may influence the overall school population in the long term.
Will the class sizes change?
For infant classes (Reception, Year 1, and Year 2 in England), there is a legal maximum of 30 pupils per single teacher. This limit is a key consideration in determining the PAN. While the school aims to maintain manageable class sizes across all year groups, only infant class sizes are capped by law.
How will this change affect the school’s funding or resources?
School funding is linked to the number of pupils on roll. A decrease in pupil numbers may influence funding, but the school is committed to managing its resources effectively to maintain a high standard of education. If the school is required to admit a number of pupils over its capacity, the local authority may provide additional resources or funding to support this.