School Organisation Strategy for 2026-2031
Redbridge Council is planning to reduce primary school places by 675 by 2029 as part of its School Organisation Strategy for 2026-2031.
Redbridge Council plans to reduce primary school places by 675 by 2029 compared to 2020, as outlined in its School Organisation Strategy for 2026-2031. This includes 525 places removed or planned for removal between September 2020 and September 2027, with an additional 150 places planned to go between September 2028 and September 2029, according to a November 2026 report.
The Children and Education Scrutiny Committee discussed the School Organisation Strategy in November 2026. The committee reviewed projections for school places, noting a declining demand for mainstream primary and secondary education across the borough.
The School Organisation Strategy for 2026-2031 is Redbridge Council's plan to ensure sufficient and accessible education provision. It aims to balance the declining demand for mainstream school places with a rising need for specialist support for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Key facts
- Redbridge will have 675 fewer primary school places by 2029 than in 2020. Source
- The council plans to remove 525 primary places between September 2020 and September 2027. Source
- A reduction of 195 primary places was agreed for September 2027. Source
- A further 150 primary places are planned to go between September 2028 and September 2029. Source
- The School Organisation Strategy runs from September 2026 to August 2031. Source
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