CHRIST CHURCH COFE (A) MIDDLE SCHOOL in Staffordshire, Stone

Education Centre Information: Christ Church CofE (A) Middle School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Middle Deemed Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Staffordshire
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/07/2011
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: Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Lichfield
Total Pupils: 489
Number of boys: 241
Number of girls: 248
Age Range: 9-13
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Located in the Staffordshire market town of Stone, the 'spacious' school was built in 1934 and a new block was added in 1974 when it became a middle school. It serves a widespread, varied area, with many pupils travelling by bus from outlying villages. As a result, the school community is a 'very broad and diverse' one. Facilities in this 'happy and caring' school include networked computers, two 'well-equipped' science laboratories, an art and pottery studio and a library. The grounds include a greenhouse, an all-weather sports pitch and a 'pleasant' garden, and nearby swimming and games facilities are used. The 'broad, balanced' curriculum values 'the contribution of each individual'. In Years 5 and 6, pupils are set by ability for English and mathematics, and French is also taught. Many children participate in a visit to France in Year 8, in addition to a residential field week at an Outdoor Education Centre. Recorder tuition is available to all pupils, and parents can pay for their children to learn other instruments. There is a 'strong and committed' Parent-Teacher Association.