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Clifton Primary is a vibrant and exciting school in Balsall Heath, Birmingham. We are very proud of being graded as 'Outstanding by Ofsted in 2009 and 2013. Clifton Primary is a growing school. We have 102 children currently in Nursery (59 attend in the mornings and 43 in the afternoon), we are four form entry throughout the school. Currently, we have 938 children on roll including Nursery. In the last four years, we have had our Rainforest building built which includes 12 classrooms, and have refurbished our old infant block to become a new Early Years Foundation Stage building. This includes a brand new sports hall and main entrance to the school, which is now on Brunswick Road. We opened our brand new Universe building in February 2016 for our Year 6 children. Children attending Clifton Primary School live in the local catchment area which is part of the Sparkbrook Ward, Birmingham. Clifton Primary is an outstanding school. We have worked hard to gain many awards including the Basic Skills Quality Mark Artsmark Gold Primary Science Quality Mark Full International Primary Award Active Primary Healthy Schools Award and Financial Standards Management. Most recently we have received the UNICEF UK Recognition of Commitment (ROC) for our Rights Respecting School work. We are part of the Greet Teaching School Alliance and are linked to many colleges as a training school. We have links with schools locally, nationally, and internationally in Gambia, Australia, Rwanda, Sudan, Singapore, and South Africa. Working with parents is a particular strength we run (sometimes in association with local colleges) a range of programs which include literacy, numeracy, ESOL, first aid, and ICT skills. Our vision for Clifton Primary School is to enable all children to achieve their full potential in a safe, welcoming, and happy learning environment. We will strive to create responsible citizens who are independent and confident lifelong learners equipped to meet the challenges of a changing future. This will be achieved within an inclusive school that values every individual and celebrates the diversity of our community. At Clifton Primary School we aim to: Have high expectations of children and provide varied learning experiences within a broad and balanced curriculum. Provide a stimulating, attractive, and interactive environment that promotes learning. Ensure that all children have an equal opportunity to achieve their full potential - this will be achieved through positive action regarding culture, religion, gender, ability, and aptitude. Nurture a learning community of families, governors, and other individuals to enrich educational opportunities. And to develop self-esteem, respect, and social skills enabling children to form positive relationships within the school and in the context of a modern multi-cultural society. Teaching and learning at Clifton is based on the New National Curriculum 2014 for Years 1 to 6 and the Statutory Framework for our Nursery and Reception children. Across the school, teachers work to ensure the curriculum is rich, varied, and meets all of the children's needs. IPC is a comprehensive, thematic, creative curriculum for 3 to 11-year-olds. The IPC has been designed to ensure rigorous learning but also to help teachers make all learning exciting, active, and meaningful for children. Each topic has an entry and an exit point, which help bring learning alive. At Clifton, IPC is used to teach foundation subjects, such as History, Geography, Design Technology, and Art. Wherever possible, teachers link IPC topics into literacy and numeracy lessons. Children are at the heart of any community and Clifton Primary School has been serving the Balsall Heath Community since 1878! The school has a wonderful track record of absorbing all the changes which occur and responding to such changes with expertise and enthusiasm. Ambitions have always been high – children respond well to the challenges and opportunities they are given and this was recognized by the School being graded as 'outstanding' once again by Ofsted in 2014. We have now concluded our major building program which gives an excellent environment for learning in the widest possible way. The Woodland Building houses our Nursery and EYFS children. The Ocean Building and the Rainforest Buildings both house Years 1 to 5 and the Universe is specifically for Year 6. We hope that we will be able to use these buildings to further develop parental and community involvement, supporting our children as they grow and mature into active, healthy, and confident young people. View full school

Clifton Primary School is situated in the heart of Southall in the London Borough of Ealing. The school has been at the center of the local community for over 100 years and we pride ourselves on firmly holding the pupils’ best interests at the heart of everything we do. We aim to provide high-quality learning in an inclusive, nurturing environment for all our pupils. At the end of their learning journey with us, we want our pupils to be well-rounded individuals who can thrive in the next stage of their education. We want our children, parents, and the wider community to see what we do and to join us in celebrating our achievements. At Clifton Primary School we value the diverse, ethnic backgrounds of all pupils and families and undertake a variety of events and lessons to celebrate these. We believe that our credo, policies, practices, and curriculum, all reflect, promote, and reinforce the ‘fundamental British Values,.’ We believe that these fundamental British Values are implicitly and explicitly embedded in our practices and beliefs. We stimulate discussion, reflection, and action about these values via daily interactions, spiritual, moral, social, and cultural (SMSC) education, circle time, personal, social, health education (PSHE), religious education, charitable work, visits, and other means. At Clifton Primary School, we offer a curriculum at KS1 and KS2 which is broad and balanced to ensure we: Promote the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental, and physical development of pupils at the school and society Prepare pupils at the school for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of later life We follow the National Curriculum for England. Each year group follows a curriculum map for each subject area outlining the objectives that will be taught. We make provision for a daily act of collective worship and teach Religious Education to our pupils. Clifton Primary School also makes provision for Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE) as well as Citizenship drawing on good practice. We aim to be an outstanding, communication-friendly school at the heart of our culturally diverse community. We hope to enable children to achieve their highest potential across the Early Years curriculum through nurturing curiosity and creativity, and ensuring all children are challenged and encouraged to flourish as individuals. At Clifton Primary School we believe that physical activity not only improves health, reduces stress, and improves concentration, but also provides opportunities for children to become physically confident in a way that supports their health and fitness. Exercise has a positive influence and helps develop a child socially, morally, culturally, and spiritually. Our aim is that through physical education we teach and develop physical competence, an appreciation of skills and creative performances, understanding of basic principles of ‘fair play, and improve the inter personal skills of the whole child. View full school

Clifton Lodge is a small, welcoming school, which enables us to get to know all our pupils and families extremely well. There is a friendly, inclusive atmosphere with small class sizes, where children are supported by each other as well as their teachers. Our children feel safe and secure. Lessons are routinely differentiated so that every child has the opportunity to be academically challenged. As a preparatory school, we focus on entry into the best academic senior schools. These entrance assessments provide the skills required for public exams later in school life. Traditionally in West London, girls move on to senior schools at 11+ and boys at 13+ we prepare pupils for both. As well as the academic ISEB curriculum, there is a wide range of clubs and activities that children can be fully engaged in. Sport, music, and drama are a vital part of the curriculum and we celebrate our pupils’ successes in these areas. The school is divided into two sections, each with a dedicated team of experienced staff. The Lower School includes children from Nursery to Year 3. These children are taught by their class teacher, supported by subject specialist teachers in several curriculum areas. The teacher also receives support from teaching assistants. In our Upper School children are taught by subject specialists. This prepares them for the rigors of Common Entrance and senior school entrance exams. During their time at Clifton Lodge, children develop into highly motivated, well-rounded individuals with the skills and abilities to cope extremely well in their chosen senior school. Additional, Music, Drama, and Dance are offered to support the school’s curriculum and are vital elements in ensuring that pupils leaving Clifton Lodge can be said to be educated, in its fullest sense. Along with Art and Sport, these subjects are often important indicators used by senior schools when selecting pupils for entry. We have a thriving choir at Clifton Lodge. Pupils from Year 2 can audition to be part of the choir at the start of the academic year. Being part of the choir requires a commitment to learn the songs, attend rehearsals, and all the performances. There is choir rehearsals each Wednesday and Friday lunchtime in term-time. The choir covers a wide-ranging repertoire of songs and styles from classical, baroque, folk, pop, blues, etc… and enjoys singing in three-part harmonies as well as in unison and Accapella. They perform at many of the school events and festivals throughout the year such as Harvest and Remembrance assemblies, the Christmas carol concert, the Spring concert, and Speech day. Pupils have numerous opportunities to take part in events and productions throughout the year which showcases their talents in music and drama. Besides, we regularly invite ‘Perform’ into school to hold drama workshops with our Lower School pupils. Older pupils can take part in our annual drama production held at the Town Hall, there are opportunities both on stage and behind the scenes to get involved. View full school

Clifton Hall has existed as an independent school since its inception in 1930. Originally a boys’ prep school, it was founded by Richard Killick and Robert Ainslie, who saw the need for a good independent feeder school. The school was built around the belief in both high academic standards and high moral standards, focusing on courtesy, self-respect, and the development of character. The school continued to flourish and under the Headship of George Mathewson was rightly perceived as the leading independent prep school in Scotland, if not the UK. Under Mark Adams, the school became fully co-educational, made the transition from Prep School to a Primary school, and opened a Nursery school. It was a huge privilege to be able to offer all-through education from age 3 to 18 in 2008, and since then the school has almost tripled in size. With our unique environment and our policy of limiting the school to only 400 students, we can offer your child quality of education unsurpassed. So what makes Clifton Hall different from other schools? Well, we treat each pupil as an individual and we seek to personalize their education so that they can benefit from being allowed to shine. Clifton Hall School will NEVER contain more than 400 pupils, in small classes and small year groups. With this structure, we can discover talents, care and nurture and help to assist in the development of character and self-belief. We see the student who is a talented ballet dancer in the same high regard as the student achieving an A at Advanced Higher in English in the same high regard as the junior pupil who has already attained Grade 8 on the violin. In other words, whatever your talent, whatever your ability, we will ensure you have the opportunity to develop in the way which is important to you. Clifton Hall continues to work hard in all areas of Eco-Schools. Our three main focus areas are litter, Food and the Environment, and Water. Hold n Eco-Schools Green Flag, which is a fantastic honor. We hope to achieve our second Green Flag during this school year. View full school

Clifton is a school that encourages a lust for life and all that it offers. We are housed in some splendid grand buildings but everything about the education we offer is modern. Described as ‘the most handsome suburb in Europe’ Clifton benefits from the fizz and buzz of being in the vibrant city of Bristol and is surrounded by some spectacular countryside too. It is an ideal place for young people to study. We are co-educational throughout and welcome pupils from all over the world. We offer day, Flexi, and full boarding places. We offer the finest all-around education based on the highest academic standards. Nearly all of our leavers go on to the best universities in the UK. Clifton College is a leading co-educational public boarding school welcoming pupils aged 2-18 from all over the world. We offer day, Flexi, and full boarding places. We offer the finest all-around education based on the highest academic standards. Nearly all of our leavers go on to the best universities in the UK. To be a leading national educational institution with international reach. To inspire each child to seize learning and opportunity and realize their full potential through an eagerness to embrace life with passion, integrity, and resilience, and to make a positive difference in the lives of others. To be a school with exceptional pastoral care, inspirational teaching, first-class inclusive sport, diverse co-curricular activities, and an outstanding environment. From 8-18 pastoral care is House-based, where Housemasters and Housemistresses and their teams offer a ‘home from home. Our Pre-Prep pupils’ pastoral care is provided by their dedicated classroom teachers. We meet the needs of each child through their development program. We have a culture that encourages participation and tolerance. We provide a rigorous and stimulating academic curriculum and we select teachers that lead in their field and share best practices. They encourage intellectual curiosity and independent learning, engendering academic self-belief and confidence in our pupils. Our ethos encourages participation and all of our pupils engage with a diverse range of co-curricular activities and experiences. Through these activities, we provide opportunities and challenges for pupils to find new strengths and talents and encourage collaboration. In all our activities we seek to perform at the highest level. The College successfully combines heritage with modernity, enjoying the best of both. Landscaped greenery surrounds our magnificent Grade II listed buildings, which are on the outskirts of a vibrant international city. The Chapel is one of our most cherished buildings, the Redgrave is the second largest theatre in Bristol and the Joseph Cooper Music School offers pupils cutting-edge facilities. Our superb sporting facilities include The Close and the 90-acre site known as ‘Beggar’s Bush’, which is Bristol’s biggest outdoor sports complex, providing all the latest sporting facilities. At Clifton, we are committed to providing pupils with an outstanding environment within which to live and study. Clifton College successfully combines heritage with modernity, enjoying the best of both. Landscaped greenery surrounds our magnificent buildings, and, every quarter-hour, the distinctive chime of the Chapel Clock can be heard echoing around the South Quad. The distinctive, historic buildings at Clifton provide an inspirational backdrop for learning, with an enviable mix of modern facilities and traditional 19th-century architecture. The Percival Library is a beautiful Grade II listed building, home to more than 15,000 books and a computer suite this and other specialized buildings, such as the Joseph Cooper Music School and the Redgrave Theatre, ensure our pupils have access to first-class facilities, which enhance their educational experience. Clifton also enjoys an unrivaled science heritage of Nobel Prize winners. This arose from the highly equipped and staffed Science School, which includes the Stone Library, containing approximately 5,000 scientific books. Another of our most cherished buildings is the beautiful Grade II listed Chapel, which has provided a focal point for the College for over 150 years, hosting services, concerts, and a wide range of other events. The school’s impressive sports facilities total 90 acres, providing pupils with international-standard indoor and outdoor sporting facilities. The College’s 150-year heritage is evidence of its ethos and achievements. Clifton has a unique story amongst leading public schools which explains the character and achievements of today’s Californians. Clifton was set up by Bristol businessmen and led by Dr. John Percival, a visionary, intellectual Head Master who believed in science, the education of women, and racial tolerance. He was a Victorian ahead of his time he aimed to produce “children of varied but definite character” and built a school where the teaching, library, and chapel were central to our private school. His curriculum and activities outside the classroom developed young people who were confident without arrogance and had a sense of responsibility towards others characteristics which remain today. The buildings have a rich history of their own, from the famous architects who designed them to the people who occupied them. In the 1880s, the provision of education for Jewish pupils fostered cultural understanding, whilst in the 1940s, occupation by the US Army meant the pupils had to be evacuated to Cornwall, producing a modern, focused outlook amongst the pupils and staff. This ensured the next generation was well-equipped to handle the social changes in the 1960s when many equivalent schools struggled. These unique events ensured an easy transition into co-education in the 1980s. Individuals throughout the College’s history have made their names and changed the way society operated. Old Cliftonians who have gone on to become household names include actors Trevor Howard and Simon Russell-Beale, comedian John Cleese, inventor of the Belisha Beacon Leslie Hore-Belisha, General Douglas Haig, journalist John Inverdale and GB Hockey player Lily Owsley, whose team won gold in the 2016 Olympic Games. View full school

Clifton Hall has existed as an independent school since its inception in 1930. A boys’ prep school was initially founded by Richard Killick and Robert Ainslie, who saw the need for an excellent independent feeder school. The school was built around the belief in high academic standards and high moral standards, focusing on courtesy, self-respect, and character development. The school continued to flourish, and under the Headship of George Mathewson was rightly perceived as the leading independent prep school in Scotland, if not the UK. Under Mark Adams, the school became fully co-educational, made the transition from Prep School to a Primary school, and opened a Nursery school. It was a huge privilege to offer all-through education from ages 3 to 18 in 2008, and since then, the school has almost tripled in size. With our unique environment and our policy of limiting the school to only 400 students, we can offer your child quality of education unsurpassed. So what makes Clifton Hall different from other schools? We treat each pupil as an individual, and we seek to personalize their education so that they can benefit from being allowed to shine. Clifton Hall School will NEVER contain more than 400 pupils in small classes and small year groups. With this structure, we can discover talents, care, and nurture and help develop character and self-belief. We see the student who is a talented ballet dancer in the same high regard as the student achieving an A at Advanced Higher in English in the same high regard as the junior pupil who has already attained Grade 8 on the violin. Whatever your talent, whatever your ability, we will ensure you have the opportunity to develop in the way which is essential to you. Clifton Hall continues to work hard in all areas of Eco-Schools. Our three main focus areas are litter, Food and the Environment, and Water. Hold n Eco-Schools Green Flag, which is a fantastic honor. We hope to achieve our second Green Flag during this school year. View full school