GREAT BEDWYN CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOL in Wiltshire, Marlborough

Education Centre Information: Great Bedwyn Church of England School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Controlled School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Wiltshire
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Village - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Salisbury
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 213
Number of boys: 114
Number of girls: 99
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Originally founded in 1835, the present school building was completed in 1997 on the edge of the village surrounded by green fields. An all-weather track, willow dome and quiet areas are sited around the field where a variety of trees and shrubs are 'coming into maturity.' Great Bedwyn received the Investors in People award in 1997, they have won Road Safety in Wiltshire for the last six years and won the area football tournament in 1999. A range of extra-curricular activites is on offer, including music, drama, football, netball, art and cycling proficiency. A special needs co-ordinator organises staged programmes for special needs children in programmes involving both whole class integration and private study. Residential and day outings are on offer including outdoor activities trips to Oxenwood for Year 4 pupils, and to Wales for Years 5 and 6. Links with the local church are 'close' and Great Bedwyn is also associated with a playgroup, a nursery and a day centre for older residents.