SOUTHWATER JUNIOR ACADEMY in West Sussex, Horsham

Education Centre Information: Southwater Junior Academy:

Establishment Type:Academy Converter
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: West Sussex
Reason Establishment Opened: Academy Converter
Establishment Open Date: 01/07/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Urban/Rural Description: Town and Fringe - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 398
Number of boys: 201
Number of girls: 197
Age Range: 7-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The school is extremely well-equipped with 16 classrooms, three group rooms, a newly created information and communication technology teaching room, an information and communication technology suite, a music studio, a newly refurbished and improved library and a large hall. The school has a wide range of extra-curricular activities including hockey, netball, football, rugby, summer games, athletics and dance. The national curriculum for Year 7-11 olds (Key Stage 2) including English, mathematics, science, information and communication technology, religious education, design technology, geography, history, art, music, physical education and personal, social, health education and citizenship. The school has achieved the following awards: DfES achievement award, Investor in People status. The school maintains and encourages many strong links within the local community. The school aims to provide a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, supported and secure, promoting high self-esteem and mutual respect.