SANDFORD HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL in Staffordshire, Stoke on Trent

Education Centre Information: Sandford Hill Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Stoke-on-Trent
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: Has Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 474
Number of boys: 234
Number of girls: 240
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Sandford Hill Primary School was first opened in September 1970. It is situated in a 'large, urban area' on the outskirts of Longton, Stoke-on-Trent. The hearing impaired unit is an integral part of the school, which itself is split into two departments. The school provides a vast number of sporting opportunities 'individual' or 'team' based and develop talents and skills in individual pupils. A great emphasis is placed on sporting activities and achievements. Many individual teachers and support staff hold responsibility for extra-curricular activities. It has excellent facilities and the staff in providing extra activities for the children uses these extensively. These activities include netball, hockey, soccer, cross-country, athletics, gymnastics, rounders, French, chess and choir. Computer groups are also organised and there are a number of recorder groups. The school aims to provide a secure and stimulating environment.