School redevelopment at Perryfields High School Maths And Computing College And Sixth Form Oldacre Road Oldbury

“DC/25/71275 – Demolition of 6 No. school buildings and proposed 1 No. new three storey school building with access, parking, sports facilities, landscaping and associated works at Perryfields High School, Math and Computing College and Sixth Form, Oldacre Road, Oldbury B68 0RG”

“The applicant was present and highlighted that the proposed application would see the comprehensive, inclusive and sustainable redevelopment of the school to improve visitor experience and to meet the schools curriculum and needs. The development would be served by cycle routes and public services, including rail, to provide a genuine opportunity for non-car travel to the school. The site would contain all of the necessary amenities including new facilities and a sports hall.”

“Support was also shared by local ward Councillors who stated that the improved site would assist the school in achieving greater pupil numbers and engagement. The school had seen no development since 2010 which had been the longest time without development for any school in Sandwell.”

“Members were satisfied with the proposals and were minded to approve the application, subject to the conditions recommended by the Executive Director- Place.”

“Resolved that Planning Application DC/25/71275 – Perryfields High School, Math and Computing College and Sixth Form, Oldacre Road, Oldbury B68 0RG (Demolition of 6 No. school buildings and proposed 1 No. new three storey school building with access, parking, sports facilities, landscaping and associated works) is granted, subject to conditions relating to:-”

“IV) A replacement grass playing field V) The grass field 5-year maintenance plan VI) Details of the proposed Multi Use Games Area (MUGA), including court marking, VII) Details of the sports hall to include flooring, heating, cooling, ventilation systems, VIII) Construction management plan compliance, IX) Noise barrier, X) Social value – apprentices, XI) A community use agreement, XII) Ground investigation, XIII) BNG conditions XIV) Surface Water Drainage, XV) The…”