Decision details

To consider the report of the Head of Infrastructure and Capital Projects seeking approval for modernisationproject expenditure for Fairisle Junior School which has substantial need for two additional classrooms.

The school only has ten class bases and will need twelve to meet increased demand for school places.  The school has a planned admission number of 90 per year group giving a total admission number for the school of 360.  Presently the school has 288 pupils but it is anticipated that the school number will increase in September 2010 to very near to the capacity of 360.

A feasibility study has been carried out in consultation with the Schools Headteacher and Governors on how these additional two classrooms can be provided, together with improved security measures for the school main entrance, through provision of a secure reception welcome area.

These building developments have been estimated to cost £470,000 including any associated fees.  The school has been asked to contribute £40,000 to this project for which they are presently seeking approval from the full Governing Body.

(i)  To approve, in accordance with Financial Procedure Rules, capital expenditure in the sum of £440,000 from the Children’s Services Capital Programme for work at Fairisle Junior School.

Approval to commit expenditure to enable this high priority project to proceed.

This project has been prioritised in accordance with the Southampton Schools’ Asset Management Plan and developed in full consultation with the head teacher and the school governors.