FUNDING AGREEMENT SECURED IN ADVANCE OF SEPTEMBER 2014 OPENING

June 21st, 2013

Holyport College has received news that its Funding Agreement has
been signed by the Minister for Education, Lord Nash.

TheHolyport College project is fast-moving. Planning consent was granted by RBWM in May 2013 and enabling works commenced on site on 10 June.

“These are significant times for Holyport – Headteacher appointed, buildings under construction and funding secured. We are delighted and will continue to work with confidence towards a September 2014 opening.” Simon Dudley, Chair of Governors

Education Secretary Michael Gove said:

“I am delighted that this inspiring partnership between Eton College and Holyport College is to become a reality and become the first boarding Free School.

It will mean that hundreds more children will enjoy outstanding opportunities and facilities. Eton and Holyport are spreading privilege through this innovative project.

I want to see excellence in education for all. This is a brilliant example of that.”