Outdoor Play and Learning

‘The magic that is woven at Hallbankgate Village School, day by day, minute by minute, by leaders, by staff, and ultimately by pupils, is exceptional.’
Steve Watson, TLO, 2019
‘We are truly grateful: the staff have gone above and beyond. Thank you!’
Parent, 2020
‘The striking feature is that learners relish the opportunities they have to control their own learning, and that they have the confidence and skills to do so successfully.’
Steve Watson, TLO, 2019
‘We feel our child is thriving- we feel they are being pushed to their potential. Thank you.’
Parent, 2020
‘…the commitment to taking responsibility for their own learning, the awareness of the learning process and of self as learner, and the skills to do so independently are evident.’
Steve Watson, TLO, 2019
‘Parents are overwhelmingly supportive of the school’
Ofsted, 2017
‘Staff are always happy to discuss ways to support my child.’
Parent, 2020
‘Pupils understand their learning because teachers use clear explanations and make sure that pupils understand what they are learning.’
Ofsted, 2017
‘All staff are extremely friendly and welcoming to both adults and children in our family’
Parent, 2020
‘Pupils behave well at all times. They are polite and well mannered. Leaders value the feedback they get from pupils and place a high priority on listening to pupils.’
Ofsted, 2017
‘Our children love coming to school every day and are always encouraged to be the best they can be’
Parent, 2020

Outdoor Play and Learning

We are very excited to launch our develop of Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) in our school! Already, we have seen huge changes in playtimes and children are enjoying more freedom, adventure and engagement in their play.

From den-building to rolling down hills, digging in the mud-pit to dressing up, the play possibilities are endless!

If you'd like to read a little more about it, please click here.

Hallbankgate Village School

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