Bishop Challoner School in Shortlands announced its impending closure on July 4, prompting the Bishop Challoner Parent Action Group to initiate a campaign to raise £400,000 for the school. The closure, attributed to declining pupil numbers, government VAT plans on school fees, and rising costs, poses a threat to many students, especially those with special educational needs. Parents are urging their community to support the fundraiser as an effort to preserve the school's 75-year legacy, emphasizing its importance to the local student population's well-being and educational opportunities.
The imminent closure of Bishop Challoner School is causing distress for pupils, particularly those with special educational needs, as they lack alternative options.
Financial difficulties stemming from lower pupil numbers and government policies, including VAT on school fees, have led to the decision to close after 75 years.
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