ST ANDREW'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL in Devon, Yelverton

Education Centre Information: St Andrew's Church of England Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Devon
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Village - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Exeter
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 205
Number of boys: 107
Number of girls: 98
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Set in secure grounds in heart of village, on edge of Dartmoor National Park, 10 miles from Plymouth and six miles from Tavistock; current school opened in 1975, with four classrooms and a hall which has been supplemented with three further classrooms, a dance and drama studio, ICT suite, outdoor classroom, and swimming pool. Over-subscribed, with 1.3 applications per place. Emphasis 'has always been on English and mathematics, but not to the detriment of the sciences, arts or sport'; large number of sports awards. Makes full use of grounds and grows traditional local Tamas variety apple trees in its own orchard. Environmental issues are integrated into curriculum; Devon representative in Children's Parliament; works extensively within Europe, including professional development project with five other programmes; another project is developing learning communities across Europe; limks with schools in Egypt and South Korea. French included in curriculum for Year 6, supplemented by French clubs for other years. Pupils can choose from more than 25 other extra-curricular activities, ranging from sailing on Plymouth Hoe to guitar and cycling proficiency; distinction awarded by Education Extra. Before-school and after-school care planned for 2007. Community is 'at the heart' of school activities; supported 'extremely well' by parents and parent-teacher association. Deputy headteacher and headteacher finalists in Teacher of Year Awards in 2001 and 2002; headteacher finalist in Public Servant of the Year Awards in 2002. Investors in Education Business Partnership. Involved on continued professional development and supporting trainee teachers; Plymouth NQT Induction kitemark (2006). Activemark Gold; RSPCA Schools award; International Schools Award; Eco-School Award (2002); Artsmark Gold (2004); Basic Skills Quality Mark; Investor in People status (1998, 2001, 2004); DfES achievement award (2001, 2002, 2003); training school status (2003). Ethos: 'The school aims to provide a Christian environment where the full potential of each child is realised through personal, social, academic and spiritual development'.