GOODLY DALE PRIMARY SCHOOL in Cumbria, Windermere

Education Centre Information: Goodly Dale Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Cumbria
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Town and Fringe - sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 74
Number of boys: 37
Number of girls: 37
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Special Educational Needs:

SEN Priority 1:PD - Physical Disability

Background:

Goodly Dale Primary opened in 1975 following the amalgamation of Bowness and Trountbeck Schools. Situated in the centre of Windermere, the school enjoys a five acre site comprising a hard court area, wild meadow, woodland and playing field. Fully equipped for disabled children, Goodly Dale is a county strategic facility for children with mobility difficulties. Teaching resources include networked computers in all four classrooms and a computer suite equipped with access to the internet. Pupils help older local citizens as one aspect of their 'strong' links with the local community. The programme of extra-curricular activites caters for interests such as drama, art, and football, and children 'regularly' compete in local football fixtures, leagues and young citizenship quizzes. 'As a small, caring school it provides a family atomsphere where all pupils are valued. It encourages each child to develop their potential and enjoy their education'.