GLEBE JUNIOR SCHOOL in Derbyshire, Alfreton

Education Centre Information: Glebe Junior 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: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 374
Number of boys: 185
Number of girls: 189
Age Range: 7-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The main school building, listed Grade 2, was built in 1911 as an infant school and became a junior school in 1950. The school is set in an area of 'dense' housing. Five classrooms are situated around the hard play area in three separate buildings, two of which are temporary. The school enjoys 'extensive' grounds which, as well as providing 'excellent' outdoor sports facilities, include a wild life area incorporating a pond. In addition to the normal curriculum, the school offers a 'variety' of after-school activities, which include chess, bird watching, cycling proficiency, rugby, dance movement, book shop and netball. The main aim for sporting activities is participation, however in 1998, the school enjoyed a 'particularly successful' year in sporting competitions with local schools. Achievements included success in football (girls and boys), cross country, netball and a county cricket tournament. The choir too competes at several local recitals and competitions. Other activities in the local community include 'Bonfire Night' festivities, displays of work in the local library and visits by the choir to local residential homes for the elderly. The school is 'active' in raising funds for charities, 'many' ventures being initiated and organised by pupils. 'Quite a number of parents' volunteer to help the school in 'various' ways.