A tiny south Shropshire school will be appealing to parents who educate their children at home by offering them part time learning from the new school year.
Newcastle C of E Primary School in Newcastle-on-Clun recently celebrated its GOOD Ofsted rating with their new Lead Teacher Chris Richards pictured at front..
For the remainder of the time, the child is home educated. There are currently 20 pupils on the school's roll but this flexi option is seen as the best option for its future. "We believe that we are able to provide an educational experience that allows each child the opportunity to flourish.” "Newcastle on Clun is unique in its surroundings and small size. We can provide an exciting curriculum that will not only support children but enrich their social opportunities and personal development.
"The introduction of Flexi schooling forms part of the governors’ plans to secure a long term future for the school, from both a financial and educational perspective. Everyone involved with the school has worked incredibly hard in recent months in pursuit of that goal."Flexi offers another option for parents who elect to home educate. Research suggests that it can be an attractive option for a significant number of parents.
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