THE WINDMILLS JUNIOR SCHOOL in West Sussex, Hassocks

Education Centre Information: The Windmills Junior 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: 244
Number of boys: 124
Number of girls: 120
Age Range: 7-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The Windmills is situated in a 'delightful position' in Hassocks, a large village to the north of the South Downs and about ten miles from Brighton. 'Jack and Jill', the famous windmills from which the school derives its name, are clearly visible. The school'shares a site with the local secondary school. The Windmills was built in two phases. In 1964 the first four rooms were built as an annexe to the Hassocks County Primary School. The second phase was completed in 1967, when the school opened under its present name. There are now eight classrooms, a resources room, a library with designated area for special needs, music room, large hall, staff room, office and headteacher's room. There are also plans to create space for a computer suite for the teaching of Information and Computer Technology (ICT). It offers hard play areas, a sports field, school garden and separate conservation area. The school curriculum has developed and provides an 'excellent foundation for the secondary phase'. The Windmills is 'noted for its very wide range of extra-curricular activities' and achieves 'high standards' in music, drama, sport and road safety quizzes. It has 'excellent links' with the other schools in Hassocks and also has a 'fine reputation' for its links with the local community which include local and national charities as well as local shops and businesses. The school raises money for a number of charities, and pupils are particularly active during the period of Lent.