This Synod believes that the Church Schools stand at the centre of the Church's mission in this Diocese and

(a) Supports efforts to increase Church School provision where appropriate opportunity arises and endorses the current Schools Work Development Plan.
(b) Urges PCCs and deaneries to further strengthen links with local Church Schools and become as fully involved as possible in the life of all local schools.
(c) Encourages church members to support local schools by serving as Governors.
(d) Commends the Secondary School Initiative, led by the Youth Council, and urges churches to work ecumenically to offer support and resources for collective worship in all schools.