Islington Council is planning to close St Jude's & St Paul's and Highbury Quadrant primary schools due to a decline in pupil numbers. This decision has prompted staff strikes on March 5, 6, and 11-13, leading to protests outside the schools and at the town hall. Priya Patel, a teacher at St Jude's, highlighted the job insecurity faced by staff and the challenges for families in accessing education if the closures proceed. Cllr Michelline Safi-Ngongo stated that school closures should be a last resort and emphasized the Council's commitment to supporting affected families during the consultation process.
St Jude's Year 5 teacher Priya Patel emphasized the uncertainty surrounding staff jobs due to the closures, expressing deep concern for the impact on their community.
Cllr Michelline Safi-Ngongo stated that school closures are a last resort, indicating that Islington Council is considering all options to maintain school sustainability.
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