GLEBELAND COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL in Suffolk, Beccles

Education Centre Information: Glebeland Community Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Norfolk
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Hamlet and Isolated Dwelling - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 70
Number of boys: 30
Number of girls: 40
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Glebeland caters for the surrounding villages of Aldeby, Burgh St Peter, Haddiscoe, Toft Monks and Wheatacre. The original school dates back to 1866, although the present day institution evolved from the amalgamation of two village schools in 1984. The school's has 'extensive' grounds with views over farmland, and its site includes a 'large' playing field, an environmental area, a pond and a hard playground area. The building has been extended and now provides a hall, library area and three classrooms in the main building, as well as two mobile teaching units. The 'broad, balanced and relevant' curriculum is supported by a 'wide variety' of extra-curricular activities. Activities include gardening club, country dancing, recorders, gymnastics, football, kwik-cricket and choir. Glebeland is involved in local community events like dancing at local fetes, choir performances at local churches and 'whole school' tree planting. Charity fundraising has raised money for charities like Childline, British Heart Foundation and the local children's hospice. The school has recently involved the school community to win the 'Healthy Norfolk Schools Award'. A 'very active' parent-teacher association organises several fundraising and social events every year.