I am delighted that the imposition of a restriction order by the Department for Education prohibiting the recruitment of new pupils has been lifted at Ampleforth College. This is good news for the school and for the local economy.
It was always my concern that the school should be given a fair hearing and a clear pathway to resolve outstanding issues. The school will be closely monitored and given a set of targets to meet to ensure that outstanding areas of concern are dealt with speedily and I wish the Head Teacher, the staff, pupils and parents well in the months ahead.
