HARLESDEN PRIMARY SCHOOL in Greater London, Brent

Education Centre Information: Harlesden Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Brent
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: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 226
Number of boys: 122
Number of girls: 104
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Harlesden is a primary school for girls and boys from the age of three to 11 years. The nursery and reception classes offer an integrated day, which includes a planned programme of outdoor play and a rich experience of practical learning activities. The school's teaching methods vary depending on what it is trying to teach, but is always planned to promote children's autonomous use of tools and resources and a sense of personal achievement and ownership of the learning. The school uses a range of resources, equipment and apparatus to support classroom work. The computers are used as a learning tool. There are opportunities for children to practise and share their instrumental music skills by playing for assemblies and other school occasions. All classes have physical education lessons at least once every week. These include gymnastics, dance, swimming and games. The school aims to provide a friendly, supportive and purposeful school community, which values and looks after its members.