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The Designation of Rural Primary Schools (England) Order 2015

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EXPLANATORY NOTE

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This Order designates those primary schools in England which are rural primary schools for the purpose of section 15 of the Education and Inspections Act 2006.

This Order revokes the Designation of Rural Primary Schools (England) Order 2014.

Section 15 of the Education and Inspections Act 2006 requires that when formulating proposals for the closure of a rural primary school, those proposing the closure have regard to specific factors.

These factors include the likely effect of the discontinuance on the local community and any alternatives to the discontinuance of the school. The decision makers must also consult parents and the district and parish councils. This Order designates rural primary schools by reference to a list of such schools published on the Gov.uk website at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/rural-primary-schools-designation.

When considering proposals to close rural primary schools, decision makers should refer to this list. A copy can also be obtained by writing to the Department at the following address:

School Organisation Policy Team, Department for Education, 2 St Paul’s Place, 125 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 2FJ.

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