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March, 2018 Issue 57
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Academy could get new name as financial issues ease THE future name of Winterbourne International Academy will be decided after the results of a survey have been taken into account. Seven possible names were put forward for consideration, including keeping the current title. Some include the name Ridings - the academy was
previously the Ridings High School - but those completing the survey could also make their own suggestions. Pupils, parents and staff were among those asked for their views in the survey, which came as the school transferred to the Olympus Academy Trust. It also coincided with the lifting of a financial notice to
improve from the Ridings’ Federation of Academies, which had run the school until February 1, after a cash crisis it had been facing was alleviated. Meanwhile, the academy remains in special measures after a poor Ofsted report and work is continuing to remove it from that position. Full story page 3.
Light at the end of the tunnel Frome Valley sewer nears completion PAGE 2
New community space for Winterbourne Old cart shed transformed at Medieval Barn PAGE 5
Holding the balance of power New councillor needed in Coalpit Heath PAGE 9
Spring’s coming . . . Despite the recent cold snap, spring is on its way as shown in this burst of colour in St Saviour’s churchyard in Coalpit Heath
Keep up the good work Inspectors praise Rangeworthy primary PAGE 30
Get them young Kids cricket coaching on offer in Frampton PAGE 43