HORSLEY WOODHOUSE PRIMARY SCHOOL in Derbyshire, Ilkeston

Education Centre Information: Horsley Woodhouse Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Derbyshire
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Village - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 125
Number of boys: 73
Number of girls: 52
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Horsley Woodhouse Primary School was built in 1913. The school building is 'spacious' and 'full of character'. The 'extensive' grounds include playgrounds, a field and small woodland area. The current accommodation includes three classrooms, a library/resources room and a hall. In addition to the national curriculum, pupils are taught French and have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument, which will be taught by a peripatetic teacher. Sewing, country dancing, chess, netball, football, first aid and singing are offered to pupils as extra-curricular opportunities. Teams take part in local sporting competitions and have enjoyed an 'element of success'. Pupils are assessed and monitored for special educational needs (SEN) and individual programmes of study are devised for children 'at both ends of the learning spectrum'. The school aims to create a safe, stimulating and supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to fulfil their potential and achieve their best.