WATERINGBURY CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL in Kent, Maidstone

Education Centre Information: Wateringbury Church of England Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Kent
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 Rochester
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 247
Number of boys: 126
Number of girls: 121
Age Range: 5-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Wateringbury School sits quietly away from the hustle and bustle of road, river and railway, in what was a cherry orchard. Surrounded by fields and trees, the buildings consist of nine open-plan classrooms, a computer room, a hall used for physical education, meals and assemblies, and the usual administrative offices. In the centre of the school, the Atrium houses the school's library and music facility, and is adjacent to a shared activity area. The school encourages children to appreciate music and to develop their listening, speaking and singing skills. Formal music tuition is available in clubs at lunch times and after-school. It provides a range of activities including gymnastics, swimming, netball, soccer, rounders, cricket, hockey, dancing and athletics. The school has achieved a DfES Achievement Award in 2002. The school aims to create a happy, caring, Christian community in which all members, both children and adults have respect for and tolerance of each other.