A new primary school to serve parts of North Cardiff has been named Fairoak Primary School and will officially open in September 2025.
The school will serve parts of Heath, Gabalfa, Llandaff North and Plasnewydd, and mainly Cathays.
Applications for reception places are now open at the new school which will provide 420 English-medium primary places and a nursery.
Fairoak Primary School will bring together pupils, staff and communities from Allensbank and Gladstone Primary Schools as part of plans to renew and improve primary school provision in the area.
Chosen by pupils, parents, staff and governors following extensive consultation, the new school name has taken inspiration from nature and a 600-year-old ancient oak tree which once stood in the locality of the school.
The new school will be located at the junction of Fairoak Road, Crwys Road, Cathays Terrace and Whitchurch Road, occupying the site currently shared by Gladstone and St Monica's Church in Wales Primary Schools.
Headteacher Paula Shipton-Jones said: "We are delighted to embark on this exciting journey of bringing together two well established schools to form one new primary school.
"This unification not only builds upon the remarkable successes each school has already achieved but also creates a unique opportunity to unite our community.
"Together, we will share expertise and resources, enriching the learning experiences for all our learners. This collaboration will foster a vibrant environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential."
Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Education, Cllr Sarah Mery said: "The establishment of Fairoak Primary School will provide a wealth of exciting opportunities for children and families in the area and marks an important milestone. It is wonderful to hear that children are looking forward to joining the new school and are already making new friendships through a range of transitioning activities.
Allensbank and Gladstone Primary Schools will formally close on 31 August 2025. Applications are now open for reception places to start at Fairoak Primary School in September 2025. The deadline for applications closes on January 13th 2025.
Pupils currently on roll at Allensbank and Gladstone Primary Schools will be able to transfer over to the new school and information will be communicated to parents directly.
The new school forms part of the Council's renewal and improvement plans to reorganise four primary schools in Cathays and parts of Gabalfa, Heath, Llandaff North and Plasnewydd.
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