Decision details

DECISION

1.     To welcome the strategy and accept the report noting the comments.

2.     That the Scrutiny Committee recommends to the Cabinet Member for Education that further information on safeguarding, poverty, social equity, faith schools, access to parents' voice, inclusion, the Welsh language, staff well-being and governance needs to be included in the Schools’ Strategy.

3.     That information about the Schools Support Service be distributed to members.

4.     Ask the Education Department to ensure that safeguarding is integrated into the department's planning.

5.     That the Cabinet is aware of the importance of staff well-being to attract and retain staff and does all that is possible to promote well-being and favourable conditions.

6.     Ask the Education Department to give full consideration to the Welsh Government's new recommendations regarding governance when these are received.