Laura Trott, MP for Sevenoaks and Swanley, has today launched a petition for Orchards Academy to be rebuilt as part of the Government’s ‘School Rebuilding Programme’.
Laura Trott MP has been working closely with Orchards Academy since her election to secure Government support. Over the last year she has asked both the Prime Minister and the Education Secretary about the funding in the chamber, and recently has held separate follow up meetings with both Education Minister Baroness Berridge and Education Secretary Gavin Williamson, to help raise the case of Orchards Academy.
Speaking at the launch, Laura Trott MP said:
“I know from my recent visits just how urgently repair is needed. Helping our schools and our teachers is an absolute priority for me, and I will continue to lead the campaign locally to ensure this funding for Orchards Academy is secured. This petition will show the strength of public support that there is locally to rebuild this excellent school.”
Natalie Willbourn, Executive Headteacher at Orchards Academy said:
“We are very grateful for Laura Trott's commitment and support to this project. The school and local community welcome any interest and look forward to what we hope will be a successful outcome for Orchards Academy and Swanley.”
Once everyone has had the opportunity to sign up, Laura will present the petition to the House of Commons. If you would like to show your support, please visit https://www.lauratrott.org.uk/rebuild-orchards-academy, to sign the petition.
The School Rebuilding Programme, announced in June 2020, is part of an ambitious ten-year programme that will transform 500 school buildings across England, so every child has access to the best learning environment.
Backed by £1 billion in government funding, the programme will rebuild and repair primary, secondary, specialist as well as sixth form colleges around England, with the majority of these projects are expected to be completed within three to five years.
