Tidemill School - Governing Body's Statement

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A STATEMENT FROM THE GOVERNING BODY OF TIDEMILL PRIMARY SCHOOL
For over a century, Tidemill School has served the people of Deptford, educating  generations of local children. Ten years ago, Tidemill was a school in special measures, failing local children.  Over the last decade, our school has been on an incredible journey, achieving  OFSTED "outstanding" status in 2008 and recognised by the former Secretary  of State for Children, Schools and Families as one of Britain's top-performing  primary schools. We are proud to provide a world-class education for children  in one of the most deprived parts of London. Last night (Thursday 2 December 2010), Tidemill's Governing Body took the next  step of that journey when it was agreed that the school would apply for academy  status. This decision was made following an extensive consultation period, which  commenced in July, and asked parents, staff and the local community for their  views. Tidemill will continue to provide a quality education for all children in Deptford and the local area. The school remains in the state sector and there are no plans to change its admissions criteria. Tidemill School will continue to play an active role in the local community, alongside our neighbouring schools and local partners, making sure that Deptford children have the best possible start in life." - Tidemill Governing Body