ELBURTON PRIMARY SCHOOL in Devon, Plymouth

Education Centre Information: Elburton Primary School:

Establishment Type:Academy Converter
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Plymouth
Reason Establishment Opened: Academy Converter
Establishment Open Date: 01/07/2012
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: None
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 412
Number of boys: 206
Number of girls: 206
Age Range: 5-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The school was built in 1968 in the village of Elburton, now a suburb of Plymstock. It is set in 'extensive' grounds with views of the hills of Dartmoor. It offers a 'broad and balanced' curriculum which includes 'carefully planned' physical education activities including games, gymnastics, dance, and swimming in the school's on-site pool. Children can learn the recorder and sing in the choir. Extra-curricular clubs are offered in a range of sporting, craft and musical activities. The school 'strongly values' links with the community and with parents, who are welcomed into the school for a range of activities. There is a 'very strong' parent teacher association which raises substantial funds for the benefit of pupils. 'Children are encouraged to reach their full potential in a happy and caring environment.' A 'very popular school with a high reputation', Elburton Primary is over-subscribed, receiving 1.2 applications for each place.