NEWTON FARM NURSERY, INFANT AND JUNIOR SCHOOL in Harrow, Harrow

Education Centre Information: Newton Farm Nursery, Infant and Junior School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Harrow
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: 261
Number of boys: 136
Number of girls: 125
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Opened in 1973, Newton Farm School is located in a residential area, set within an open sports ground. Facilities include a library, an ICT suite, interactive whiteboards in each class base, and a purpose-built, self-contained nursery. It has a conservation area and has won the Harrow Heritage Award for 'aesthetically pleasing' playground. Extra-curricular activities include sports club, dance club, music club, writing club, French club and ICT club. Over-subscribed, with three applications per place. Leading Aspect Award (2005); British Council International School Award (2004); NAACE mark for ICT; Activemark Gold (2003); Beacon Status (2000); Artsmark Gold (2004); Artsmark Silver (2001); Basic Skills Quality Mark (2005); Investor in People status (2005); DfES achievement award (1999, 2000, 2001); Activemark Gold (2006). Ethos: 'The school has a strong ethos of support and guidance for pupils to become independent thinkers and learners'.