DAVENHAM COFE PRIMARY SCHOOL in Cheshire, Northwich

Education Centre Information: Davenham CofE Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Cheshire West and Chester
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Town and Fringe - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Chester
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 271
Number of boys: 140
Number of girls: 131
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Popular, family-oriented village school, with long tradition; after 140 years in original Victorian building, moved into new purpose-bult building with attached sports field in 1995; to cope with increased demand, two-class extension added in spring 2001. In addition to the National Curriculum, school offers flute, keyboard, piano, guitar and French; numerous out-of-school activities include art, computer, football, netball, needlework, crafts and choir; school represented at Chester Music Festival. Parent-teacher association, known as Friends of Davenham School, is 'extremely active'; many social and fundraising events. Commended in annual Chief Inspector's report. Over-subscribed, with nearly two applications per place. Invited to be one of 550 schools in the country to take part in DfES Sustaining Success Programme. DfES achievement awards (2000, 2001, 2002). Ethos: 'Within the school community we provide a quality environment underpinned by the Christian faith and principles that promote positive relationships, mutual respect and tolerance for others that encourages the full potential of everyone. We are committed to nurturing a love of learning and to developing independent learners and worthwhile human beings'.