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Our school is a happy school, where we provide a curriculum to meet the needs of all our pupils. This website will allow you to have a ‘flavor’ of what a typical day is like at Woodlands and through browsing will hopefully answer some of your questions. You will see the breadth of rich experiences enjoyed by our pupils every day and the success that they achieved which we are proud of at Woodlands School. We recognize the individual needs of all our children and through our committed and experienced staff, will work in partnership with you so that we can develop each child’s potential. We have an open-door policy at Woodlands School. Please feel free to make an appointment to see me or any of my staff, our doors are always open. To allow our students the opportunity to progress, by offering appropriate and bespoke provision within a nurturing yet stimulating learning environment, For them to live as independently as possible. We aspire to achieve this by: Providing a positive, well-resourced learning environment staffed by trained and committed professionals. Encouraging students to develop a positive attitude to learning through the celebration of success and achievement and supporting them whilst they become as independent as possible. Maintaining high expectations in terms of attendance, behavior, and co-operation in learning. Providing a broad, balanced, and relevant curriculum, including the National Curriculum, which excites and challenges students. Ensuring a safe and caring environment where individual views on religious and cultural issues are respected as students develop into responsible citizens. Working closely with parents, carers, and the local community. Managing the funding and resources available in an effective and efficient manner Entry into Woodlands School is via the Local Authority Panel who decides whether Woodlands School can provide the education your child requires. Before pupils starting with us, if you would like to view our school, parents are welcome to make an appointment to visit Woodlands where they will be given a tour and can discuss the needs of their child and what the school has to offer. If parents decide that they wish their child to have a place at Woodlands School, the Authority will make the necessary arrangements. All pupils entering Woodlands will have a statement of Special Educational Needs. Pupils who start at Woodlands School can be provided with a series of transition days and/or sessions to make the procedure as easy and fluid as possible. This will give new pupils the time they need to get to know the staff and their peers. View full school

Woodlands Academy wants to give pupils wide-ranging opportunities to succeed in life at their local school. Our school is raising standards of achievement and significantly increasing the progress made by pupils. Our team has created an atmosphere that fosters good academic achievement and also encourages high achievement in important areas like art, creativity, and sports. Physical activity is important because a healthy body promotes a healthy mind, giving the children an improved ability to learn, remember and succeed. Woodlands Academy is a nurturing school that brings out the talents of all children. We think this success is down to working in close partnership with parents and making sure they have regular opportunities to meet with staff. Woodlands Academy offers an all-through school experience from Nursery to Year 6. To further help parents, Woodlands runs successful breakfast and after-school clubs which are nurturing and caring, helping to accommodate the needs of hard-working modern families and provide an added opportunity for parents to link with staff. Woodlands Academy is a community that will nurture, challenge, and strengthens pupil attitudes towards learning. Celebrating and sharing learning will help us navigate this journey, underpinning our learning community with joy and discovery. To fulfill our mission statement, we aim to provide outstanding quality and a range of learning opportunities. The content of what we offer, will focus on what children need and this will include: A range of skills and knowledge for life Knowledge and understanding of the world Emotional intelligence Spiritual and moral awareness Awe and wonder of the world We engage our local community by extending our learning and inviting our families. To help achieve this, we have created an environment where positive relationships and interactions are encouraged. This promotes and nurtures our attitudes and dispositions towards learning. We encourage our pupils to have ‘an appetite to learn by being inquisitive and curious. Our values-based school nurtures curiosity and creativity through a rich, varied, and inspiring curriculum. Teaching and Learning are the focus of all we do, our children learn to explore and express their innate talents and reach their full potential to be caring, conscientious, and confident citizens of tomorrow. All members of our school community are expected to behave, communicate and positively engage in a way that reinforces our values for everyone, every day. Education is a life-long process and we aim to help the children to achieve their full potential and to acquire the concepts, knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will equip them for life in a fast-changing world. As a school, we ensure that the National Curriculum for England is followed. We tailor the curriculum to ensure it is broad and balanced, offering a range of experiences, which are relevant to the children’s present and future interests and needs. You can find out more about the National Curriculum here: The National Curriculum in England. The curriculum is designed to achieve high standards through a relevant, challenging, and imaginative program that includes as much first-hand experience as possible. We use high-quality and engaging texts as a base for all areas of our curriculum. Teachers are inspired by the ‘Power of Reading’ teaching sequences which have been developed by the ‘Centre for Literacy in Primary Education. View full school

At Woodhouse Primary Academy, meeting the needs of our learners is our priority. It is a privilege for us to be part of each child’s learning journey. Woodhouse Primary Academy is a school where you will find a dedicated and skilled staff team, enthusiastic and hard-working pupils alongside supportive and proud parents. Together we seek to embody our school motto: dream, believe, inspire and achieve. Our pupils and their families are at the heart of all that we do. We provide an exciting, broad, and balanced curriculum that inspires and motivates our pupils with opportunities to promote independence, learn life-long skills, and have aspirations for the future. Within a caring and nurturing environment, we ensure all our pupils are equipped with the skills, self-confidence, and opportunities to succeed. Our inclusive school ensures that all children meet their full potential, offering specialist support where necessary. We are a diverse school, with a wide range of home languages, religions, and cultures, and we are proud of our heritage and community. There are many things we are proud of about our school. We have a proud sporting heritage with regular success in local and area competitions. Our creative skills are nurtured through art and musical opportunities and our children have access to our incredible outdoor area in the heart of the community: Pitts Wood. We have high expectations. Academic achievement is important and we work hard to help children attain high standards. We expect children to be caring towards others, act as good citizens, showing respect and tolerance in all they do. We are proud to be a part of the Education Central Multi Academy Trust. Together we work for the continued improvement in school and the trust offers Woodhouse the support, expertise, and challenge to improve further. Our staff work as a team to nurture our learners and prepare them for the future. Our mission statement is “Dream, Believe, Inspire, Achieve ” and we aim to provide a happy, secure environment in which children will thrive and develop intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically a place where learning is central to everything. Our staff is committed to supporting the children entrusted to our care. To achieve their best, there needs to be a positive relationship between home and school. Our partnership with parents is extremely important to us. At Woodhouse Primary Academy, we promise a nurturing ethos where children will be able to dream and plan for the future. We recognize that every child is unique and we will invest in them individually by ensuring that they are known, loved, and well taught. Our Aims: To create a nurturing, secure, and happy environment where everyone cares and respects each other. To maintain and develop high standards socially and academically which empowers all children with a positive sense of achievement. To ensure equality of opportunities exists for all. To provide creative and varied opportunities to stimulate the development of the whole child and a thirst for learning. To encourage fundamental values and life skills including responsibility, perseverance, integrity, trustworthiness, friendship, and compassion. To encourage strong, beneficial partnerships between home and school. To recognize and celebrate the success of all. View full school

At Woodhouse Grove, we appreciate that every child is an individual with their unique personality, talents, and skills and it is this individuality that we grow with nurture at all stages of their education, this approach is at the heart of the school's aims and ethos (seen below). A child’s potential could lie anywhere – so we ensure that every pupil is exposed to a huge array of opportunities and experiences. We then take pride in identifying and honing their strengths to make the most of their natural abilities, while working hard to develop areas that need improvement. This approach sees every Grovian grow into the very best version of themselves they can be. We believe that every child is an individual with their unique personality, talents, and skills and it’s this individuality that we encourage to grow at all stages of their education. A child’s potential could lie anywhere – so we ensure that every pupil is exposed to a huge array of opportunities and experiences. We then pride ourselves on identifying and honing their strengths to make the most of their natural abilities, while working hard to develop areas that need improvement. This approach sees every Grovian grow into the very best version of themselves they can be. We believe that the potential to achieve relies upon having the right introduction to school life. That’s why Brontë House offers children a place where every pupil’s individual needs will be identified and met. Where they will feel truly happy, make great new friends and, of course, develop a deep-seated love of learning that they will carry forward for the rest of their school life and beyond. When you nurture a child’s confidence, achievement follows. Because every child is unique, we know that the key to reaching their true potential lies in an education that is as full as it is diverse. Our approach of striving for academic achievement is perfectly complemented by a dedication to developing a wide variety of other interests, helping to build their aspirations, and instilling confidence for the future. We do this by offering every pupil life-changing opportunities and an environment in which academic excellence is promoted through learning and shared experiences. With excellent facilities for teaching and learning and committed and well-qualified teachers, our pupils are encouraged to fulfill and often exceed their potential. Woodhouse Grove is both academically ambitious and academically sensitive. Pupils are challenged to make the most of their abilities and take responsibility for their progress. Those in need of specific additional support are identified and provided for in a well-established learning support unit. Pupils are encouraged to think ahead, to prepare not merely for GCSE and A-Level, but also the challenges and opportunities beyond school. Careers guidance is embedded in an extensive program of personal and social education. Every individual child in this school counts we ask nothing more from them than that they dare to be, not ordinary, but extraordinary, and to strive to do their very best. To be confident and proud of their academic achievements and to believe that there is no glass ceiling to their academic attainment. View full school

Woodhouse is a popular and oversubscribed sixth form college in Barnet. Our students are aged 16–18 years and come from over 180 different schools across North London. Based in North Finchley and drawing students from over 180 surrounding schools, Woodhouse College is one of the leading places to study A levels in London. Our consistently high performance in exam results backs this up. The government recognizes us as one of a small number of colleges with both Beacon Status and Ofsted Outstanding status. Our A*–B pass rates consistently place us in the top five sixth-form colleges nationally. Our students are able and hard-working. They have done well at GCSE and aim to do likewise at A level. Almost all go on to university. The college acts as a bridge from school to university, giving students a chance to grow in confidence and to develop independent learning skills. All our students study A levels. We offer a wide range of subjects, and students can study them in almost any combination. Our combination of expert teaching staff and an ambitious, supportive approach has proved very successful in achieving excellent academic results. We believe that sixth form college should be a stepping stone between school and university, a place where you can start to become an independent learner, and where you are supported to become the person you want to be. We provide a happy, trusting, and caring environment where you can challenge yourself and explore a whole range of opportunities. Woodhouse is as much about personal growth as it is about exam success. People ask if we are a specialist school, and we are. Our specialism is A level. That’s all we do. No little ones doing Key stage 3. Our teachers don’t rush from a difficult year 9 class for a bit of a breather with the year 13s. And we are not an FE college – no adults, no part-time students, or vocational courses. Just A levels, just enthusiastic students keen to do well and to progress to university. The fact that we specialize in A levels means that we have a big range of subjects – and perhaps the key thing is that they can be studied in almost any combination. When I was at school I was desperate to take maths and history at A level, my two favorite subjects. And I couldn’t. Because they were in the same block: I could only take maths or history. Last year, with around 650 new AS students, not one student had a clash, not one couldn’t do the combination they wanted. And the fact that we specialize in A levels means we have excellent study facilities – take a look today at our breath-taking library and two learning zones, and our labs and other accommodation, and our 3G pitch. And it also means that our staff are specialists too, experts in their subjects and A level pedagogy and assessment. And you might be surprised at our class sizes too, the average across the college is just over 20 with no class over 24. And it means that we specialize in advice and guidance in the university application process, that all our staff is involved, and that there is plenty of support and expertise – because 95% of our students go on to university, see us as a bridge to university - so we see it as part of the core of who we are. Our students are proud to be part of the College, and when they leave they are upset and tell us how much the college has meant to them. And they continue to be part of our community even after they have left, on Twitter, Facebook, and our alumni organization, many coming back to give talks and to mentor students. We are quite a large college, most of our new students say. But actually, overall we are only the size of a medium comprehensive school. Although we have a lot of buildings and spread out over a large site, we are smaller than many of the schools you go to. Smaller than Ashmole, East Barnet, Mill Hill County, Fortismere, APS, Highgate Wood, for example. And we have smaller class sizes than many sixth forms, especially in popular subjects. But, of course, the year groups are big – because everyone is in Year 12 or year 13. View full school

We are a four-form entry Infant School catering for children aged 3-7. We offer an inclusive and enriched curriculum to develop all aspects of learning for children. We have a dedicated and skilled staff body who work hard with our governors and parents to promote good progress and attainment for all. We have high expectations of everyone in our school and value their contribution. We aim for all children to: Develop lively, enquiring minds, the ability to reason and question, and become independent learners Develop a love of learning and acquire a good foundation of skills and knowledge for future learning Achieve highly Behave well and apply themselves purposefully to all tasks Explore their creativity and appreciate the work of others Develop both an understanding of and respect for other races, religions, and cultures Have a sense of self-respect and self-esteem, as well as the ability to co-operate and work with others At Woodgrange we endeavor to meet the needs of everyone in our school. We believe in the inherent equality of all individuals, irrespective of physical or mental ability, gender or race, and reflect these both in the learning opportunities we offer the children and in the general manner in which all those who come into contact with our school are treated. The school is opposed to any form of racism and racist behavior. All children have the right to the best possible education. This means recognizing the varied cultural backgrounds of the children and positively reflecting them throughout the life of our school and our curriculum. Children are encouraged to establish positive relationships with adults and other children. They learn to work cooperatively as part of a group, to understand what is right and wrong and why and to consider the consequences of their actions. Adults working in early years aim to encourage all children, to make sure that each child is given an equal chance to join in with the range of activities on offer and that all children feel equally valued as part of the whole group. Children have had the opportunities to develop their speaking and listening, reading, and writing skills by sharing and enjoying many stories, rhymes, and non-fiction books. We have also focused on identifying sound using the ‘Letters and Sounds’ program. Children use a range of balancing and climbing apparatus to develop their coordination and awareness of space. They use a variety of sports equipment in class and team games. We also focus on using smaller tools, construction, and malleable materials to practice skills We try to make sure that all children are enjoying their learning at school. We constantly review the quality of our curriculum offer to ensure it is appealing and relevant to all groups. The result is a curriculum map which we hope has something for everyone. We do sometimes change the sequence of the topics. We share information about learning through our newsletters and Home Learning books. We think learning away from school is a very important part of learning. Visits stimulate thinking, develop knowledge and understanding and broaden children’s experiences. We aim for each topic to have a planned visit as well as drawing more spontaneously on the immediate local area. We make full use of the free travel offered to schools by Transport for London and plan visits to places with no entry charge as far as possible. We do, sometimes ask parents for a voluntary contribution towards the costs of educational visits. At Woodgrange we believe in the inherent equality of all individuals, irrespective of physical or mental ability, gender or race, and try to reflect these both in the learning opportunities we offer the children and in the general manner in which all those who come into contact with our school are treated. We wholeheartedly endorse the Local Authority’s Equal Opportunities policy. View full school

Here at Woodgate, your child is at the center of everything that we do. We want your child to achieve all that they are capable of. Our school motto is ‘Happy, Hardworking, Successful.’ We believe that we can achieve this by forging a strong partnership between home and school, a partnership based on open and effective communication. Our website is a big part of this communication. Success in the education of your child depends, at least in some part, on your involvement. If your child sees that you are enthusiastic about their education, they are far more likely to view their schooling in a positive light and be more receptive to learning. The information that follows will begin to show you how we can work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for your child. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment. At Woodgate, our vision and values are at the core of everything we do. They underpin our teaching and learning and provide an environment that prepares our pupils as confident, happy citizens. We provide a secure, exciting, and challenging learning environment. All who work, learn, and visit here are happy, hardworking, and successful. Our children are curious, articulate, confident, and independent achieving their full potential in all aspects of the curriculum. All children are well prepared for lifelong learning, given the best opportunities to succeed. The school community promotes, demonstrates, and upholds our school values and those of modern Britain. At Woodgate, we encourage respect for democracy and support participation in democratic processes. Democracy is the basis on which the law is made and applied in Britain. Through the democratic process, citizens can influence decision-making in Britain. Our School Council is one way in which the democratic process is modeled in school. Different people may hold different views about what is ‘right’ and ‘wrong’, but all people living in Britain are subject to its laws. It is sometimes called the ‘law of the land’ and everyone must live by it. It is the same with our school code and school rules. The rule of law protects people, ensures wellbeing, and keeps them safe. We define respect in the school’s core values. The school community agrees it is our most important value. School furthers tolerance and harmony between different cultural traditions by enabling pupils to acquire an appreciation of and respect for their own and other cultures to understand that each individual is unique and to recognize and explore our differences in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. Tolerance is accepting yourself, even when you’ve made a mistake. Tolerance is accepting others, even when they’ve made mistakes too. Tolerance underpins our school code. View full school

Our school is a one-form-entry school with an onsite Nursery, based in Waltham Forest and on the border of Redbridge. Surrounded by Epping Forest, the school retains a village school ethos, with a family atmosphere and character. It has a long history, with the reputation of being the oldest primary school in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. We have a special oak tree in the middle of our playground which is thought to be about 500 years old. Today, as in its earliest days, our school aims to enable every pupil to develop to their full potential, providing them with a quality education within a caring environment. We are proud of our pupils, school, and staff, supported by the Governing Board. But don’t take our word for it, please feel free to come and see for yourself. Our school is a place where everyone is valued and supported, where we all work hard to be the best that we can be, both as learners and as responsible citizens and members of society. Our School Values: Support each other and celebrate success Have respect and tolerance for ourselves and each other Be honest Be kind to others Have self-discipline Be responsible for yourself and your actions Are polite and considerate Work well in a team Work hard to do your best You must regularly talk to your children about how to keep safe when accessing the online world. Children must understand that internet use is underpinned by trust but at the same time, children should understand that there are consequences for misuse of this technology. All children at Woodford Green Primary have the opportunity to work with computers and digital equipment from age four to eleven. They are taught how to use ICT tools safely to find, explore, analyze and present information responsibly and creatively to advance their learning across the curriculum. While technology can help us communicate, do work, learn and have fun, it is also important to remember that technology can potentially be dangerous. We recognize the importance of educating children and young people in using these technologies safely. This is achieved by ensuring children within our school understand the benefits and risks of using this technology. We provide safeguards and awareness for users to enable them to control their online experiences. View full school

Woodford Green Preparatory School Known locally as the "Red School" because of the scarlet uniforms, Woodford Green Preparatory School was founded in 1932 to provide a non-denominational Christian education for boys and girls, a tradition that has been maintained throughout our history and expansion to some 384 pupils. Regular assemblies, attended by all, reinforce the community spirit. Pupils are encouraged to take on responsibility. All the top year have community duties, including assisting younger children. While we are justifiably proud of our excellent record of success in entrance examinations for selective secondary schools, we believe that moral, social, and cultural education carry equal weight. Every child in the school is equally important to us, wherever their talents lie. The friendly, supportive environment, in which good work, good behavior, and helpfulness are positively reinforced, encourages all children to develop to their potential. We believe strongly that children ought to enjoy their time at school. We encourage pupils to strive to do their very best through a broad range of experiences. Pupils learn best when they are happy and feel secure. Our dedicated staff works hard to ensure that pupils are supported through excellent pastoral care. Our curriculum is broad and exciting, designed to stimulate a life-long love of learning. Pupils gain independence, resourcefulness and are provided with support and challenge. This is reflected in the recent ISI Inspection Report which highlights the many areas of excellence, which we continually strive to achieve. Our Vision To be known as a school where every pupil is nurtured, encouraged to be curious, and achieves their very best. We are committed to: Fostering the full development of each member of our school. Seeking excellence and inspiring a love for teaching and learning. Encouraging individual learning and thinking, value ourselves, and having a commitment to the care and wellbeing of others within our school. Maintaining and enhancing a safe and healthy environment that promotes a sense of belonging, pride, and achievement. The School's success rate with 11+ entries to a wide range of Senior Schools, both in the independent and state sectors, indicates that the curriculum meets all the requirements of these schools and enables pupils to make a smooth transition to secondary education. Our curriculum is subject to regular review and new ideas are continually discussed and encouraged. View full school

What first strikes visitors to our school is a palpable sense of community. The atmosphere is vibrant, purposeful, and very friendly. Relationships are strong and supportive. There’s always a lot going on and, to an extent which is perhaps unusual, girls of different ages work unselfconsciously together, collaborating on the colorful range of events and activities that make up the fabric of the Woodford school year and contribute to the distinct ethos of the place. It’s a happy and cohesive community and an environment that liberates young women to take the risks and embrace the challenges that will prepare them for their future roles and responsibilities as leaders in tomorrow’s society. Woodford’s success is the result of striking a fine balance between tradition and innovation. Our values are traditional ones and we offer an unashamedly academic curriculum. We are keenly aware, however, that we are preparing our students for a working life none of us can yet anticipate. Our focus, therefore, is on developing the skills, attributes, and habits of mind that will equip them as life-long learners. Woodford leavers are articulate, self-confident, and skilled in the use of modern technologies. We aim to launch them into the world as self-starters, focused but flexible, armed with the courage to grasp opportunities and the resilience and humor to negotiate setbacks along the way. Above all we want them to be equipped to lead happy, fulfilling, and useful lives, wherever and however they choose to lead them. There is something for everyone. Our students will embark upon adult life conscious of their worth, ambitious for their futures, and aware that they are lucky indeed to have been educated here. There is something for everyone. We want our students to enjoy and appreciate their education and to leave Woodford equipped to embark upon happy, fulfilling, and useful lives, wherever and however they choose to lead them. Our Vision: Offering a full and balanced curriculum – and extra-curriculum – which encourages intellectual and personal development. Delivering expert teaching which builds on the previous attainment and makes learning an active, rather than a passive, experience. Developing the practices and resources to support independent learning. Creating opportunities for students to develop leadership and representation skills. Promoting opportunities for serving and supporting others. Providing platforms to showcase student skills and achievements. Scheduling co-curricular activities which encourage creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. Bringing the curriculum to life by emphasizing, wherever possible, a real-world connection. Making available individual advice and guidance to support students in planning for their futures. Encouraging a sense of global responsibility. Learning is the core function of a school, but it’s not, of course, an activity confined to schools, nor an individual’s years in formal education. It is, quite literally, a cradle-to-grave activity. A readiness to learn and to go on learning, and the skills to do so with increasing independence and enjoyment, are attributes that will set a school leaver up not only for Higher Education and employment but for life. We set a premium therefore on developing the skills, attributes, and habits of mind in our students that will equip them with the confidence and versatility to adapt to whatever challenges the future brings. The curriculum at Woodford is academic and, as you would expect of a Grammar School, designed to stimulate and challenge our very able students. View full school

Woodfield is an outstanding special school with a Specialist School Status for PE and ICT. We offer places to pupils from 11-19 with a wide range of learning difficulties. We have expertise in a range of teaching methods to meet the needs of pupils with Autism, Moderate Learning Difficulties, and Severe Learning Difficulties. We work hard to ensure pupils are successful and we celebrate and recognize achievement and effort in all areas of the curriculum. At Woodfield School, we provide a secure, enjoyable, and stimulating place to learn, where our pupils feel proud of what they have achieved. We have a curriculum that is practical and engaging, where teachers have high expectations that challenge and meet the needs of our pupils in this multicultural school. We develop skills for independence in preparation for an active role in society and we maintain close contact with home, making parents and guardians welcome in school, enabling them to play a full part in the education of their children. Woodfield School provides a rich, balanced and challenging curriculum for pupils to develop their academic, social, and emotional skills. It encourages them to become successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens. The acquisition of transferrable skills is central to the curriculum, both in terms of literacy and numeracy as well as the wider skills needed to equip pupils for success throughout and beyond their education. Equality of access and equality of opportunity underpins Woodfield’s provision for all. Every pupil has access to a curriculum and a range of learning experiences of the highest standard possible, which take account of unequal starting points and which are provided irrespective of gender, ethnic background, age, or disability. The curriculum at Woodfield School is valued for its cross-curricular elements aiming to reinforce basic concepts and use the pupil's curiosity to extend and enrich which encourages all pupils to progress successfully to the next stage in their education or career path. From Autumn 2016 Woodfield has introduced a new, 'semi-formal' curriculum model for two class bases, where the core curriculum offer is adapted to promote deeper learning, generalization, and real-world application. At Woodfield School we strive to: Develop each pupil’s potential to learn and to achieve, promote all aspects of each pupil’s development preparing them to make a positive contribution to society and to have an understanding of their rights and responsibilities as citizens, encourage pupils to become independent, responsible, accepting and caring people with respect for the beliefs and values of others, provide a safe, supportive, calm environment for all pupils". Assessment is a continuous cycle over each term, reviewed each half term and where required, strategies put in place to ensure progression. Feedback to parents and carers is provided for these targets at the end of each term. These are shared with pupils to encourage them to have pride in their accomplishments. School gives pupils relevant learning opportunities, and motivates and inspires all pupils to make progress across their learning intentions and through structured routines, appropriately paced and motivating activities with assessment for learning firmly embedded across all contexts. Learning is promoted through well-organized classrooms and learning environments. Classroom environments are created to support the different range of needs within the class, with learning resources that are shared across the school to support the individualized learning requirements of all pupils. This allows for pupils in a range of classes to have the resources available to support their interests and learning needs. The curriculum in KS3 concentrates on pupils acquiring basic skills with a focus on personal independence and organization. The curriculum in KS4 concentrates on pupils extending their skills and increasing their independence with a focus on accreditation, vocational learning, and healthy lifestyles. The Key Stage 5 (Post 16) curriculum provides a wide range of learning experiences and opportunities that prepares our learners to be successful independent young adults in which they can approach future challenges with excitement and confidence. Our provision aims to provide our learners with a balanced curriculum that allows them to gain external accreditation, undertake vocational learning, experience work-related learning, and develop independent living skills. We are constantly looking for ways to adapt flexibly to the changing demands of modern society and ensure we offer a curriculum that enables our learners to compete for placements successfully when the time comes to leave us. As such our curriculum is constantly in development. We have recently redesigned our curriculum delivery to encompass a more vocational experience and introduced a base class for our more complex learners. The teaching in KS5 is highly individualized. In designing a personalized curriculum for each learner we adopt a holistic approach. Strengths and the needs of the individual learners are taken into account in setting targets, facilitating learning, developing teaching approaches, and through discussion decide on suitable pathways. The Sixth Form Team uses a range of approaches of formative assessment to collect information, evidence, and plan for each learner. Our Vocational learning and option programs aim to provide our learners with the opportunity to explore a range of vocational areas and supporting them to further develop their skills and interests and aspirations in a safe and secure setting. The courses on offer include Catering, Horticulture, Cycle Maintenance, Hair and Beauty, and Independent Living. All are linked into external accreditations including AQA and OCR. Learners spend two full days of the curriculum timetable which provides a practical ‘hands-on’ approach to the subjects. During the vocational program, learners are expected to visit communities, retail environments and meet people in the workplace to gain a wider understanding of the world of work. Within the delivery of the vocational course, learners will have opportunities to develop their skills and understanding of literacy and numeracy in everyday situations and complete OCR communication and Numeracy units. All learners will have access to work-related learning in the form of work experience. Woodfield School 6th Formworks with Brent Work Experience Partners to find, establish and link our learners with work experience placements throughout the year. The 6th Form aims to provide each learner with either one or two full days of placement for a whole term in an environment that is associated with their individual Vocational Educational pathways. View full school

We are a successful, well-equipped, and inclusive school that proudly serves the needs of our pupils and the local community. Our motto, Together Towards Success, exemplifies everything that we strive to achieve. We hope this website gives you a flavor of the school our academic success, the extensive range of services and facilities available, the wide variety of extra-curricular experiences offered, and the dedication and commitment of all our staff. Together we aim for all the pupils, parents/carers and staff, to increase their participation within our school. This is achieved through the development of inclusive cultures, policies, and practices. We take account of disability, race, and gender to create a secure and accepting, community where everyone feels valued. Towards an outstanding school that provides an enriching and creative learning experience for all pupils. We respond to the diversity of needs through our commitment to equality overcoming potential barriers to learning and setting suitable personalized targets. Success is expected for every pupil. They should reach their full potential, recognizing personal strengths and celebrating the achievements of others both within the school and its wider community. The school has achieved several prestigious awards that include Artsmark Gold, The Basic Skills Agency Quality Mark, The afPE Quality Mark for PE & Sport, the British Council’s International School Award, and Healthy School Status. In March 2015 Woodcroft was honored to receive the national award for ‘Best School Music Department’ at the Music Teacher Excellence Awards. Woodcroft is also the 2015-16 Collaborate Partner School of the Unicorn Theatre. Woodcroft Primary School serves a community, which is diverse in its cultural, social, and economic constitution. We work for the benefit of all and we believe that every child, every member of staff, and all who come in contact with the school are of equal value. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all pupils and staff, irrespective of ethnicity, faith, gender, class, social circumstance, ability, or disability. We acknowledge the differing needs of everyone and endeavor to ensure equal access to all areas of school life Racist or sexist behavior and language will not be tolerated in our school Woodcroft Primary School is committed to providing children with Special Educational Needs the greatest possible access to a broad and balanced curriculum differentiated to meet their needs. This allows every child the opportunity to develop towards their full potential. The school follows the Code of Practice on the Identification and Assessment of Special Educational Needs (SEN). Together with the Local Authority, the school works very hard to see that the needs of the children are met. Our local offer of what is normally available to support The progress of children with identified needs is closely monitored and tracked to ensure appropriate strategies are put in place. Parents and Carers are kept informed at all stages. View full school

Woodcote is a happy school with a positive ethos. We take pride in our diverse cultural community and believe that all children can be encouraged to do their best in a positive, hardworking, learning environment. We value each child as an individual and work hard to foster resilience, adaptability, thoughtfulness, respect, inquiry, co-operation, communication, and morality. We have an experienced and enthusiastic team of staff who are committed to your child achieving the highest standards of education and behavior. We are fortunate to be a well-resourced school set in a wonderfully green setting with plenty of space for the children to play and learn. We aim to encourage children to work to the best of their abilities, not just in the essential basic skills, but in all aspects of their learning. We enrich learning by providing plenty of opportunities for broadening children’s experiences in all areas of the curriculum and through the links made by our international curriculum. As well as encouraging intellectual growth, we will work with you to develop the whole child. Everyone in our school community is looking forward to a happy and productive association with you, your child, and your family. By working together as parents and staff, we will ensure your child has the best possible opportunity to reach their personal best. Woodcote Primary is extremely well resourced, set in a wonderful green setting with educational facilities that offer unique learning opportunities. Woodcote classrooms are bright, attractive, and well equipped with an excellent range of reading books, science and technology equipment, construction toys, and mathematical apparatus. Woodcote teachers have high expectations of children’s learning. A balance of teaching styles is used across all year groups, including whole class, group, and individual work. Teachers differentiate work, based on every child’s ability, to ensure that every child has the opportunity to work to his or her personal best. Where necessary, children are supported by teaching and learning assistants to enhance their learning or assist with learning difficulties. Children who have a particular gift or talent are catered for both within the classroom and the wider school community. Your child deserves the best start in life and our ‘play and learns’ activities ensure exciting, fun-filled educational opportunities linked to the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. We work hard to ensure your child’s progress and development through a dynamic approach of planning and interaction, aiming to ‘catch’ learning and build understanding as your child plays and interacts with the learning opportunities within Woodies. This is carefully planned and supervised by experienced, friendly, and professionally trained staff. View full school