BIRDWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL in South Yorkshire, Barnsley

Education Centre Information: Birdwell Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Barnsley
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Town and Fringe - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 179
Number of boys: 80
Number of girls: 99
Age Range: 5-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Birdwell Primary is situated on the main road running through the old mining village of Birdwell, to the west of Barnsley. A mixture of private and council housing surrounds it. The school was originally built in 1894 and underwent significant extension in 1968 when there were a greater number of pupils. The number on role declined in the early nineties, and has risen steadily since then. There are now seven classrooms (one for each year group) and a privately run playgroup that serves the local community. The school has 'extensive, landscaped' grounds to the rear. Sports include football, netball, cricket, rounders, hockey, and tennis. There is a 'well equipped' gymnasium and a 'large' playing field. After school clubs include football, gymnastics and drama and educational visits are regarded as a stimulus for classroom work. There are close community links and parental support is a 'strength' of the school. Birdwell is a friendly, caring school and the main aim of the teachers and governing body is 'to make Birdwell the best school possible'.