MORECAMBE AND HEYSHAM WESTGATE PRIMARY SCHOOL in Lancashire, Morecambe

Education Centre Information: Morecambe and Heysham Westgate Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Lancashire
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 473
Number of boys: 236
Number of girls: 237
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Established in September 1991, this large, over-subscribed school occupies 'magnificent' buildings with full disabled access that were opened by the then Secretary of State for Education, Kenneth Clark. Facilities include a 'large' library, an all weather games area, and a courtyard with greenhouse and pond. A 'strong sporting ethos' pervades the school and pupils consistently find success in local football and netball tournaments. An 'important element' of the curriculum is educational visits, which include a residential activity week for Year 6. Extra-curricular activities offered include violin, woodwind and brass tuition, and French lessons for Year 6 pupils. Parents are encouraged to become actively involved in school life and the Friends of Westgate School organise social events for families. Links with local churches mean that a church member conducts one assembly every week. The school'supports a charity each year. 'Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning are fostered in our children'.