Bellevue Lane, Emsworth, Hampshire PO10 7PX
10 simple reasons to choose St James Church of England Primary School, Emsworth
State primary school (voluntary controlled) in Emsworth.
For pupils aged 4 to 11 years.
Mixed school (about 60% boys).
Day school.
Church of England faith school.
Non-selective admissions policy.
Small school with an average of one class per year.
School not tied to any one senior school.
No fees.
10 better reasons to choose St James Church of England Primary School, Emsworth
Schoolsmith Score®; 67.
One of the best state primary schools in Emsworth and one of the 4 best independent or state primaries within 7 miles. Every year places in Reception are oversubscribed (first preference).
On average, 29.8 pupils per class and 24.3 pupils per teacher, from Year 1.
Active Parent body promoting the school through fundraising and volunteering.
The curriculum emphasises Christian social morality. Subjects are taught separately, with cross-curricular linking where appropriate.
School makes use of day trips and visitors to enhance the curriculum.
School curriculum also includes PSHE, French. There may be an occasional extra-curricular academic or hobby club.
School offers between 10 and 15 different sports over the course of the year. Representative teams in major sports from Year 3.
Art and music are taught as discrete subjects to all pupils. DT, drama, dance integrated into other subjects. Choir. There are some extra-curricular creative and performing arts clubs.
Rated as Good by Ofsted in its last full inspection in 2017.
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