OLIVER TOMKINS CHURCH OF ENGLAND INFANT SCHOOL in Wiltshire, Swindon

Education Centre Information: Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Swindon
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: Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Bristol
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 199
Number of boys: 99
Number of girls: 100
Age Range: 5-7
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Oliver Tomkins CofE Junior School was opened in 1983 and serves the area of Toothill and Freshbrook, taking most of its pupils from Oliver Tomkins Infant School. The school has close links with the church and local community and there is a very supportive parents group, which organises social and fundraising events from time to time. The school has its own sports field and hall, and children take part in a variety of sports including gymnastics, dance, athletics, rounders, kwik-cricket, football and netball. The school participates in inter-school competitions with other Swindon schools. Swimming is also offered with trips to local baths. Some children have the opportunity to play musical instruments though the costs must be partly covered by parents. The school environment is one in which the Christian values of love and caring for others are considered to be very important.