EDLINGTON VICTORIA MIDDLE SCHOOL in South Yorkshire, Doncaster

Education Centre Information: Edlington Victoria Middle School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Middle Deemed Primary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Doncaster
Establishment Close Date: 31/08/1994
Boarders: No Boarders
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Religious Character: Does not apply
Age Range: 8-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The red brick school building opened in 1912 and is built around a quadrangle area. Despite the school's age it is a 'very pleasant, stimulating, well-maintained and very well resourced school.' The grounds consist of three terraced areas with established trees and flowerbeds, an enclosed games area and an 'extensive' playing field surrounded by a naturalised area. The school is situated to the south west of Doncaster in a 'very deprived area' of high unemployment, following the closure of the local coal mine 15 years ago. There is a 'wide variety' of extra-curricular activities including drama, gardening, orchestra, choir, information and communications technology and a variety of sports clubs. Community and business links are 'strongly woven' into the school curriculum and extra-curricular activites. The school is 'actively engaged' with the community to develop appropriate resources for the children and local residents.