SNODLAND COFE PRIMARY SCHOOL in Kent, Snodland

Education Centre Information: Snodland CofE 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: 298
Number of boys: 171
Number of girls: 127
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The school was founded in 1867 to provide education for all children in a Christian context, and continues to do so, whatever the religious conviction of childrens' parents. It is one of two primary schools serving the village of Snodland. Originally an industrial village, it now houses predominantly commuters, but there is a significant core of families who have lived in Snodland for generations and the village community feeling remains. The school occupied its original Victorian building until the 1970s when it moved to its current site where it is now housed in three buildings, Ash, Larch and Oak. A broad and balanced curriculum is offered and a 'wide variety' of extra-curricular activities includes music, drama, computers, art and sport. The choir entertains local old folk and the school has a particular reputation for athletics, having won the district sports in 15 of the the last 16 years. There are football, netball and korfball clubs for all Key Stage 2 children. Unusually, the school offers a ski club and a week's skiing holiday in Austria every other year. Year 6 pupils also have the opportunity to take part in a residential visit to the Arethusa activity centre. All year groups go on at least one day visit every year. The school provides 'a full, balanced and varied education in a caring and supportive environment'.