We, as local elected representatives with an interest and concerns about the wellbeing of Peers School at Littlemore, Oxford, are writing to let you know why we are supporting the proposal for it to become an academy.
The academy brings with it millions of pounds, which will be invested in a purpose-built safe building to educate and nurture the pupils of Peers School.
It also gives the opportunity for others such as the Church of England and Oxford Brookes University to be involved in the school.
However, this does not mean there will be any selection on grounds of faith, nor will there be a selection process - Peers will remain a local state school as now.
Oxford Brookes University will provide a good link to encourage young people to reach their full potential. There will also be links developed with BMW and Oxford United so that all the talents of our young people can be developed.
The Church of England has been involved in education in the city for hundreds of years and has a good record.
The local authority will continue to be involved, but the school will have the opportunity to develop a curriculum to meet the needs of all pupils.
This is a real opportunity to raise aspirations in the community and to have our young people educated in buildings which are fit for purpose.
It is an opportunity too good to miss.
Val Smith, Barbara Gatehouse, Jane Lacey, John Tanner, Gill Sanders, John Sanders, Olive McIntosh Stedman, Ed Turner, Antonia Bance, Keith Mitchell, Michael Waine,Liz Brighouse; city and county councillors
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