Gurnard Primary School Digital Prospectus

Making Learning Irresistible

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“Our child is happy,
secure and thriving in this school.”

Parent Questionnaire November 2017

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A very warm welcome
to Gurnard Primary School

Gurnard is a vibrant, happy school where Our talented staff ensure that our pupils’ achievements, experiences
close partnerships enable everyone to thrive. and lifetime foundations are our top priority. Pupils are encouraged to
Children come first and we share a passionate explore new opportunities and to develop a passion for their leaning.
commitment to supporting everyone to give their Our extensive learning environments and inspiring curriculum offer pupils
best. Our pupils respect and care for each other, many opportunities to develop their life skills and appreciate the wider
developing lasting friendships. world. We encourage them to aim high and work hard, knowing that
facing challenges and making mistakes are all just part of the journey.

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“All pupils benefit from daily high-quality
teaching and respond positively to the stretch and
challenge that is routinely expected in every lesson.”

Ofsted Report 2016

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Seeking excellence
in everything we do

At Gurnard we have high aspirations for Outstanding teaching across the curriculum ensures that children make rapid
every child, whatever their ability or starting progress. This has been recognised through consistently high academic results
point. Our school motto - Inspire, Achieve, as well as national gold standard awards in science, the arts and sport. All classes
Celebrate - is about recognising and have high levels of adult support with extension opportunities for the more able
celebrating success in everyone. and additional support for those who need extra help. We meet regularly with families
to discuss how each child is progressing and to explain the next steps in their learning.

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“My child has something new
to tell me every day.”

Parent Questionnaire November 2017

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Making learning so irresistible that
children love coming to school

We are constantly searching for new ways We provide specialised teaching for French, music, singing, gymnastics, dance
to make learning exciting, so that everyone and sport. We believe passionately that children benefit from taking part in
at Gurnard enjoys the sense of adventure special activities, performances, days out and residential visits.
that learning brings. Our innovative
curriculum provides opportunities to Although we recognise that academic success is important, we believe that for
explore new ideas, meet experts and education to be successful, it has to be about preparing children for life. We
discover passions. believe that our children should develop an understanding of the wider world,
their place within it and how they can make a positive difference.

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“The school has an extremely supportive staff who
are committed to building relationships with families
and supporting them to meet their children’s needs.”

Leading Parent Partnership Award June 2018

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A caring family school where every
child is valued and nurtured

Gurnard is a friendly school where Our staff team is committed to making a real difference to the children
everyone knows each other. New children in our care. They are positive, approachable and recognise the unique
are warmly welcomed and settle in quickly. needs of each child. Everything we do is to ensure that children enjoy
Our pupils show tremendous care and coming to school and are supported to be successful in all areas of
respect for one another and we are very school life. Our commitment to working together with families to
proud of their excellent behaviour. support children’s learning has been recognised through the
Leading Parent Partnership Award.

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“The school has an incredibly warm
and nurturing family feel to it.”

Parent Questionnaire November 2017

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Opportunities for your child to develop
their special interests and talents

As a Gold Artsmark school, we value creativity. We make full use of our extensive sports facilities and specialist equipment.
We have a resident artist and regularly take Our inclusive approach to sport means that all children are encouraged to try
part in community projects. All children learn things out, discover what they enjoy and take part in school, local and regional
to play the ocarina, recorder, samba drums, events. Gurnard offers a wide range of after school activities with at least 15 clubs
ukulele and a brass instrument with tuition a week such as art, gymnastics, choir, drama, computing, football, yoga and fencing.
available for 18 different instruments. Many are led by experts from local sports clubs and community organisations.

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Gurnard Primary School Just 10 PLACE ROAD N EWPORT ROAD
Baring Road minutes from
Cowes NEWPORT ROAD
Isle of Wight Newport
PO31 8DS NORTHWOOD
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Telephone: 01983 295713 PALLA N N
General email: [email protected]
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www.gurnardprimaryschool.co.uk CE R
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We would be delighted to welcome you to Gurnard Primary
School to chat with our pupils, teachers and leaders. Please call

01983 295713 to book an appointment. We look forward to
meeting you and showing you our wonderful school.

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