7. Mr Greg Holmes asked -

In the light of Synod resolution 33 of 1994 in relation to low-fee schools what consultations have taken place between the Sydney Anglican School's Corporation and other "Anglicans in each area who are already involved in the management of low-fee paying Christian Schools" and has a protocol for such discussions been developed?

To which the President replied -

I am advised that the procedure for the development of plans for new schools depends on the particular circumstances in each case. Discussions with regional bishops, local parishes and nearby Christian schools are always part of the process undertaken before a new school is commenced. In this process, a number of Anglicans involved in Christian schools have been contacted and advised of plans in keeping with the Synod resolution 33/1994.

Plans are based on thorough demographic research to ensure both a proposed Anglican School and any other existing Christian school are viable.

Sydney Anglican Schools Corporation has also held discussions with the leadership of both the Christian Community Schools and Christian Parent Controlled Schools (which includes a number of Anglicans) regarding its plans for future Anglican Schools. These plans are made available to all parishes through SASC's Annual Reports to Synod.