NORTH HEATH COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL in West Sussex, Horsham

Education Centre Information: North Heath Community Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: West Sussex
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 409
Number of boys: 209
Number of girls: 200
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

North Heath Community Primary School was founded in the 1970s. The school occupies a modern building surrounded by its own field, serving an area in the north of Horsham. It benefits from French teaching provided by Millais School, which has specialist language college status, and peripatetic teaching of violin, flute, cello and guitar. Class assemblies provide children with the opportunity to show parents some of the work they have been doing. All children are encouraged to take on a speaking role and are involved in at least one class assembly a year. Drama used to improve pupils' writing and self-confidence. Physical education undertaken daily. During fundraising events, children are encouraged to get involved. They help collect items to sell, such as books and videos, and help to run the stalls at Christmas and summer fairs. Beacon status (2000); Schools Curriculum Award (1995); Artsmark Gold (2004); Basic Skills Quality Mark (2004); DfES achievement award (2003). Ethos: 'A calm, happy and hardworking school that always seeks to improve'.