ALDERMAN JACOBS SCHOOL in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough

Education Centre Information: Alderman Jacobs School:

Establishment Type:Academy Converter
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Cambridgeshire
Reason Establishment Opened: Academy Converter
Establishment Open Date: 01/04/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 548
Number of boys: 296
Number of girls: 252
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Alderman Jacobs Primary School is the largest primary in Cambridgeshire. Its extensive, landscaped grounds include gardens, an adventure playground, quiet sitting areas and a 25-metre swimming pool. Parents, pupils and staff have worked together to create wildlife and environmental areas. The curriculum provides a strong, positive foundation for each child's education, with work matched to the needs of individuals. The range of extra-curricular activities offered is vast and older children participate in residential visits. Many pupils learn the violin, clarinet and recorders. The strong parent-teacher-friends association raises funds for the school and organises enjoyable social events. The school is involved with the community in several ways through links with businesses, Churches and sports clubs, and through pupils' visits to residential homes for the elderly. Pupils support a chosen charity every year. The school aims to offer a happy, safe and secure environment in a family atmosphere.