A NEW primary school in Acton, opening next September, has appointed its first head.

Ark Byron Primary Academy in The Vale will have Jacqueline Steele as its executive head. She is currently head at Ark Priory Academy and will work at both schools.

Ark’s Director of Primary, Venessa Willms said: “She has had significant experience of setting up outstanding new schools and has created environments where children are happy and nurtured and achieve great things.”

Parents can apply for reception places for their children through the Ealing Council admissions team up to January 15. Full details are on www.ealing.gov.uk/info/13/primary_and_junior_school_admissions Parents are welcome to go along for a mince pie and a cup of tea at one of the events being held at Ark Priory in Acton Lane on: Tuesday, December 9 at 9.30am; Wednesday, December 10 at 4.30pm; Monday, January 12 at 4.30pm.