Thanks for the info Michael. This is just the sort of info I want. I too have concerns about Academies, although I'm by no means an expert on the subject. In my opinion, these are the issues that are inportant (rather than debating car parking - yes I know its a consideration, but I feel there are more important issues that need to be looked at). We need a school which will work for the children and, as I keep on saying, we need a decision to made according to what is in the best interests of the children. Not what is in the best interests of locals concerned about car parking or in the best interest of Lord Harris.