A primary school in Ashton ‘under financial pressure’ with ‘falling pupil numbers’ is set to close despite childrens’ anxiety. Our Lady’s Immaculate Catholic Primary School has been issued a statutory notice of closure by Wigan Council following a cabinet meeting last week. It's the second ordered to close by the council in the space of a few months.
The decision to close came after a period of consultation which saw strong opposition from 234 people with only five in support of closure. A number of current pupils were asked about a potential move and some expressed ‘anxiety’ over ‘not knowing anyone’ in the new school and being ‘bullied’ for being the new kids.
In contrast, some of the 13 children questioned said they would also look forward to making new friends at a new school.
