ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL in Somerset, Nailsea

Education Centre Information: St Francis Catholic Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: North Somerset
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: Roman Catholic
Diocese: Diocese of Clifton
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 201
Number of boys: 99
Number of girls: 102
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Opened in 1979; complete £250,000 refurbishment since 1998; serves parishes of St Francis, Nailsea, and The Immaculate Conception, Clevedon; in tree-lined grounds that have been landscaped; sports field to rear of building and two paved play areas. School building houses assembly hall, eight classrooms, role-play area, practical areas, quiet room for prayer, and library. Wide range of PE equipment, audio-visual aids and modern 23-computer network connected to internet. Strong on basics; seeks to develop whole child. Children play wide range of instruments; school choir and percussion orchestra; elocution and pian lessons available from reception class. Committed to fundraising; more than £2,000 raised for charities; CAFOD group; buddy system set up with help of Childline. Investor in People status (2002); DfES achievement award (2001). Ethos: 'A caring Christian positive learning establishment where children are strongly encouraged to develop their talents for the good of themselves and others'.