STREATHAM WELLS PRIMARY SCHOOL in Greater London, Lambeth

Education Centre Information: Streatham Wells Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Lambeth
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: 246
Number of boys: 129
Number of girls: 117
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Streatham Wells is a community school with a nursery. Each of the classes has a music lesson once a week and follows a music scheme of work called 'Sound of Music'. By using this scheme children learn to appreciate music whilst developing confidence and a wide range of musical skills that include pitch, rhythm and composition. The school offers a variety of extra-curricular activities including: drama, cricket, gymnastics, football and French. Field trips and visits to places of educational interest such as museums, galleries, religious buildings, theatres, and concert halls, are an integral part of curriculum. It has a very active parent-teacher association (PTA), which organises social and fundraising events and PTA meetings are held regularly to plan forthcoming events and discuss current issues. The school aims: To provide a progressive and innovative environment whilst retaining its family atmosphere in addition to encouraging children in their aspirations and working closely with parents/carers to help children to reach their full potential.