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St Anthony School Strikes Over Academisation | Liverpool News
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- Sep 11, 2026
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Parents and teachers at St Anthony of Padua Catholic Primary School in Liverpool are striking in protest against the Archdiocese’s plan to convert the school into an academy under a large multi-academy trust — a move they say was imposed without meaningful consultation or respect for their community values. Frustrated educators and parents, some even feeling ashamed of their faith, argue the well-run school is being forced into a larger system without clear justification. Unions demand a pause to allow real dialogue, while school governors insist they’ve held extended talks and believe some stakeholders see potential benefits — but the strike continues as tensions mount over who truly controls the future of this cherished local institution. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8aaab3e86b62e69f