Our January newsletter is now available (attached). Lots of new information available at the website too.

http://www.primroseprimary.com

As I have said in previous posts, I'm not running away from the debate just devoting my time to more productive outlets. We held an open house for all interested parties to attend, where our support grew and we happily answered the awkward questions.

For the record, the campaign has the very best intentions. We are motivated by the shortage of primary school places which, the council itself has told us it cannot alleviate with temporary measures alone. (The campaign and the council are working together not against each other.) We are also keen to increase the diversity of choice available to parents. We would like a Montessori primary school. We acknowledge it's not for everyone and that nobody would be forced to choose it.

Lastly, spare a thought. We are working incredibly hard. I mean 30 hours a week or more on top of a 40 hour working week (or more). Most of us have 2 pre-school children not to mention husbands, wives, partners who are picking up all the extra chores and baby-sitting involved. It's tough but we believe it'll be worth it.

We are putting together the very best campaign we can with no cash other than that we're raising from generous local businesses. I hope our efforts, if nothing more, will be evidence to our children of how much we care and how hard we are willing to try for what we believe to be best for them.

My name is Sarah Cottle. My linkedin profile gives plenty of information as does the presentation on the resources page of the website. The campaign's email is freeschoolcampaign@gmail.com which goes directly to me. There's nothing to hide, only pride in our hard work and hope that we'll garner the support we need.