GRAY'S FARM PRIMARY ACADEMY in Bromley, Orpington

Education Centre Information: Gray's Farm Primary Academy:

Establishment Type:Academy Sponsor Led
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Bromley
Reason Establishment Opened: New Provision
Establishment Open Date: 01/09/2013
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Gray's Farm Primary School is located just off the A20 at the edge of the London Borough of Bromley, adjoining the London Borough of Bexley. The school, which was opened in 1953, is a two-form entry primary school with around 430 children on roll in single age group, mixed ability classes. It has a large assembly hall, a separate dining hall, two teaching rooms for group work and a library. There is a well-equipped ICT suite and a teaching room for children with special educational needs. A music room is used for music workshop and visiting specialists. The school is committed to continued professional development to enable all staff to carry out their roles effectively. It takes an active part in the area's sports fixtures and its extra-curricular activities include football, netball, gym club, choir, cricket and rugby in season. Teams take part in borough relay, cross country and athletics competitions. The school's aim is to make every one of its children a valuable member of society and engender a lifelong love of learning.