HIGH HAM CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL in Somerset, Langport

Education Centre Information: High Ham Church of England Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Controlled School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Somerset
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Hamlet and Isolated Dwelling - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Bath and Wells
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 176
Number of boys: 86
Number of girls: 90
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Opened in 1989 on site of original Victorian school; located in beautiful rural setting in centre of village; extensive grounds, with playground, playing field, adventure playground, and nature area with pond. Well-equipped hall, ICT suite, group rooms, three classrooms; three mobile classrooms in grounds. All subjects covered, with particular strengths in numeracy, literacy, science, design and technology, and foundation stage. Developing more sporting and artistic projects; working with other schools to provide training support. Instrumental tuition arranged and after-school clubs include football, netball and country dancing. Outdoor pursuits on Exmoor every year for older children; environmental aspect strongly developed. Pupils raise funds for local charities and for global causes when appropriate. Links with nearby St Andrew's Church; receives 'great parental support'. Healthy school award; Beacon status (2000); DfES achievement awards (2001, 2002).