Dear Parents and Carers

As many of you will be aware, following my decision to retire this summer, the governors of Blacon High School have been seeking to appoint a new Headteacher for September 2018.

Interviews recently took place over three days.  On Friday, 27^th April selected candidates for the post spent a day in school undertaking a range of activities which included meeting representatives of the Student Council, parent governors and staff members.  Further detailed interviews took place on Monday, 30^th April and Tuesday 1^st May.

At the end of this robust process and after careful consideration the governors have decided not to appoint any of the candidates interviewed at this time.  The governing body and I want to reassure you that the school has plans in place to ensure the continued orderly and successful running of the school from September.   I shall continue in the role of headteacher until a successful appointment of a new headteacher has been made.

You will receive further information as we finalise this plan in more detail.

Yours sincerely

Mrs Sue Yates

Headteacher