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About the School
Gilbert Colvin is a two form entry primary and nursery school to
which children between the ages of 3 and 11 are admitted in
accordance with the Borough's admissions policy.
The building is a single storey structure set in mature grounds
which incorporates a main school, large sports field and sports
pavilion.
A self-contained purpose built nursery was constructed on the
site in 1992. The Nursery has its own safety surface
playground and conservation area, which are totally enclosed.
The 52 nursery children receive part-time education in either the
morning or afternoon session.
There are approximately 420 children on roll in the main school.
They are accommodated in 14 mixed ability classes.
i.e. two parallel classes per year group. Each class has
its own room teacher with whom they spend most of the working day.
However there may be specialist teachers for some
activities.
We aim
- To create an environment where children are happy, well
motivated and challenged in their thinking and learning
- To equip children for life by helping them to developed a sense
of responsibility for themselves, others and the environment
- To promote an ethos of a caring and responsible community
Objectives
- To encourage each child to develop their abilities and to
become independent in their learning
- To provide an environment which is stimulating and well
resourced
- To offer a range of opportunities and experiences which will
encourage children to develop their personal and social skills
- To develop a sense of right and wrong. To develop
understanding, sensitivity and respect of individual differences
(personal, religious, racial and cultural)
- To encourage good communication between home and school.
This will involve Governors, Parents, Staff and Friends
- To develop good links within the community