MEMBERS of the public could soon be asked for their views on plans to close two Lewes primary schools following a district-wide review.
East Sussex County Council’s lead member for education and inclusion, special educational needs and disability, Cllr Nick Bennett, will be asked to approve a public consultation on the proposed closure of Pells CE Primary School and Rodmell CE Primary School. Continue reading
THE DEVASTATING impact of abuse will be highlighted by safeguarding teams in a series of events to mark a national awareness day.
East Sussex County Council is joining forces with partners on the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board, the Safeguarding Adults Board and the Safer Communities Partnership to raise awareness of the many different forms of abuse and to urge residents not to turn their back on those affected. Continue reading
SKILLS and training needed to help industries in East Sussex continue to thrive have been highlighted in a county council report.
East Sussex Sector Evidence Base looks at the nine priority industries in the county, their performance, the training currently available for these sectors and the future skill demand.
The information is being shared with business leaders, training providers and careers advisors to ensure high quality and relevant training is available for future generations. Continue reading
HUNDREDS of primary school pupils will be given the opportunity to hear a full symphony orchestra perform at two concerts next month.
Pupils from across East Sussex will be invited to one of two concerts being performed by the South Downs Youth Orchestra (SDYO) at Uckfield’s Civic Centre on Thursday, November 26. The orchestra is one of East Sussex Music’s leading ensembles, comprising 85 school pupils from across the county. Continue reading
