Down High prep to close next year

Down High prep to close next year

THE preparatory department at Down High School is to close next year.

Education Minister, John O'Dowd today announced the unit, which has only 32 pupils and for in a reception class, would officially close on August 31, 2015.

Mr. O'Dowd said in light of the significant decline the South Eastern Education and Library Board brought forward a proposal to close the department.

“I would like to wish the P7 pupils well for the future as they transfer to their new post-primary schools in September and the current P6 pupils who transfer in September 2015," said the Minister.

“I am confident that all those involved, including parents and school staff, will ensure as smooth a transition as possible for the remaining children.”