GAWSWORTH PRIMARY SCHOOL in Cheshire, Macclesfield

Education Centre Information: Gawsworth Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Cheshire East
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Village - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 191
Number of boys: 106
Number of girls: 85
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Situated in delightful rural setting, four miles south of Macclesfield; well-appointed, purpose-built one-form entry school comprising seven traditional classrooms, hall and library; surrounded by attractive borders and extensive playing field. It is 'excellently resourced' with reading books, ICT, science and sports equipment. Proud of 'happy caring environment' and high level of achievement. Wide range of educational opportunities of academic and recreational nature on offer during normal school day and in after-school clubs; science links with local high school and Zeneca, a computer club, inter-school sports: football, hockey, rounders, netball, cricket, lacrosse, athletics, swimming, cross country, outdoor pursuits, music clubs, musical productions, choir, country dancing and French (KS2). All children have benefit of regular homework; parents are kept informed of children's progress. 'Thriving' parent-teacher association that provides programme of social and fundraising events. Funds raised used to cover cost of all homework books, coach hire for educational visits, purchase of library books, and computers. Close links with village playgroup. Cheshire Healthy School status. Basic Skills Quality Mark; Investor in People status; DfES achievement award.