It is always a pleasure to visit schools in the constituency to meet with the staff and pupils. Resident will be aware that challenges within the education sector have been the topic of many discussions and debates, following a series of recent strike action. Unsurprisingly, I have corresponded on this issue with a number of schools across Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner, and was glad for the opportunity to have some in-person conversations on visits to several schools.
This morning, I met with Rachel Blake, Headteacher, and Pamela Hanly, School Business Manager, at the Bishop Winnington School in Ruislip. We had a useful discussion about the particular challenges they are facing, which provided me with some valuable insights which can be fed back to Government.
Something else that was raised with me was the proposal to build a SEND school onsite. Residents may be aware that the importance of increasing SEND school places locally is something I have previously highlighted in Parliament, and I look forward to discussing these potential plans with colleagues at Hillingdon Council.
