GALLEYWALL PRIMARY SCHOOL in Greater London, Southwark

Education Centre Information: Galleywall Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Southwark
Reason Establishment Closed: Closure
Establishment Close Date: 01/12/2005
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: 241
Number of boys: 131
Number of girls: 110
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Southwark Park School opened in 1872 and is on two sites. The juniors are in the main building. Classes are organised according to ages, and allow for a fair mix of boys and girls. Its aim to provide learning experiences which will enable each child to achieve his or her highest attainment. At Southwark Park School, its focus is on praising and rewarding children's own achievements and efforts, reinforcing a positive ethos. The school gives the children the opportunity of listening and responding to music from many different cultures. This music is recorded and, where possible, live. Children respond to music in a variety of ways including discussions, poetry, art, drama and dance. At Southwark Park School it believes that physical well being is essential to good learning. A full varied P.E games and movement curriculum is therefore important. Children participate in both indoor and outdoor physical activities. At Southwark Park School its aim is to create a happy and caring atmosphere in which children can learn and develop.