School Move

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This page is designed to explain the reasons behind Ashmount's forthcoming move to Crouch Hill, and the process by which the decision was made. If you would like to know more, links within the clickable sections below will allow you to download relevant documents.

Why move?  The problems with Ashmount's current building.

Why Crouch Hill?  Crouch Hill Community Park - current use, future plans, and its status as Metropolitan Open Land.

Consultation and Design   Details of consultations with residents and parents, and information about the new design for the Crouch Hill Site.

The Debate   Political support and the planning process, including issues - such as security - that have been raised in the local press.

The Planning Application   What happened when the planning application for the Crouch Hill Site was heard by the planning committee on 8 September 2009 - and why the committee heard the application again on 13 October.

Final Approval  The planning application was heard again on 13 October 2009. This time the committee approved the plans - which have also now been passed by the Mayor of London and the Secretary of State. All necessary planning permissions are now in place for the project to proceed.