Newport City Council Education Services Mid-Year Report

This report is a Mid-Year Overview of Newport City Council's Education Services for the 2023/24 period. It outlines the progress made against the Education Plan 2022-24, detailing the objectives set to improve educational standards and support for vulnerable pupils. The report indicates that 25 out of 28 action areas are on track, with three rated as amber, primarily related to capital projects. Significant achievements include the completion of a new build project at Bassaleg School, which added 300 pupil places, and the establishment of a new Specialist ASD Learning Resource Base at Llanwern High School. The report also highlights the implementation of Universal Free School Meals across all primary schools, which was completed ahead of schedule. Additionally, it discusses the ongoing challenges related to Additional Learning Needs (ALN) support and the financial risks faced by the service area. The report emphasizes the collaboration with schools to address these challenges and improve educational outcomes.