School organisation and change of age range proposals

As our education system nationally becomes more diverse so the place of middle schools within it continues to develop. In some areas middle schools have joined with other to form multi academy trusts, in others a form of extended middle schools is beginning to develop. The documents on this page are intended to summarise the latest government guidance and support those facing possible change.

Case Study - Kirklees - Academy Changes To Age Range
A summary of the campaign that led to the retention of middle schools in an area of Kirklees.

Outcome Of Appeal By Bellingham Middle School To Schools Adjudicator 2018
A summary of the key points in the recent decision by the Office of thee Schools Adjudicator to reject the plan by Northumberland County Council to close Bellingham Middle School.

Briefing Paper - Sharing Experience From Other Area Reviews
A brief outline of helpful guidance from experience of three tier areas facing a review or change of age range proposal.

Eleven Is Too Young For Secondary School
Article written from the perspective of a parent of a child starting secondary school at the age of 11.

School Organisation Guidance And Change Of Age Range Proposals 2019
NMSF advice on School Organisation guidance and proposals for a change of age range.