BROOKSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL in Oxfordshire, Bicester

Education Centre Information: Brookside Primary School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Oxfordshire
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: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 271
Number of boys: 139
Number of girls: 132
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Established in 1869 as Crockwell Infant School, Brookside moved to its present site in 1956. It is set in extensive five-acre site with spacious beautiful grounds and interesting play areas, in the centre of the rapidly growing town of Bicester. This is a school with outstanding facilities including a purpose-built nursery, a state of the art ICT suit, an extensive library and a brand new arts and sports centre. There are numerous opportunities where pupils can engage and extend their interests including learning a musical instrument, joining a choir or an art club. Other clubs include football, netball, sailing and ICT club. The school also offers a large number of popular trips and expeditions. The school has been awarded a Schools Extra Award (2002) for its out-of-hours provision, Bicester Business Award (2002) and Activemark award from Sport England. The school aims to provide a working environment, which is safe whilst exciting, and one that promotes enriched learning and curiosity.