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WELCOME FROM THE HEADTEACHER We are delighted you are interested in your child attending Gamlingay First School. We are continually evolving to provide a rich, inclusive and creative learning experience for all. We make every effort to deliver a curriculum full of enjoyment and challenge. We aim to provide our children with the skills and enthusiasm they will need to become lifelong learners. To ensure our children achieve excellence for all, we are proud to be the first primary phase academy of The Cam Academy Trust (formerly Comberton Academy Trust). We believe their support, development opportunities and expertise will further enhance our school; ensuring it continues to flourish. We always welcome visits and will be very pleased to show you around. We hope that your partnership with the school is a long and happy one! Shelley Desborough, Headteacher
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HIGH QUALITY TEACHING & LEARNING At Gamlingay First School we ensure our well-qualified teachers deliver high quality teaching and learning which ensures all pupils reach their full potential. We pride ourselves in creating a safe, secure, happy and caring environment, where children are challenged and inspired to succeed! We encourage all children to do their best through an engaging and exciting curriculum, promoting creativity and independence. Strong professional development for all staff through the Teaching School Network is at the heart of The Cam Academy Trust and we make sure we exploit these opportunities to further develop all staff. We are committed to improving what we do and aim to be excellent in all.
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HIGH ACHIEVEMENT FOR ALL
We ensure all our pupils achieve and are suitably challenged. Our creative curriculum enables pupils to learn by immersing themselves in topics, leading their own learning and discovering a depth of knowledge and understanding. Our high expectations and aspirations enable all our learners to make the best possible progress.
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A POSITIVE & CARING ETHOS
Gamlingay First School provides a warm, friendly and secure environment for pupils, staff and parents. Every individual is nurtured and encouraged to succeed as an individual. Our dedicated staff always ensure they go ‘that extra mile’ for all pupils and their parents, to provide appropriate support and expertise. We believe in an open door policy and that a strong parent partnership is key to success.
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WIDER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Throughout the year, all our children are able to engage in a wide range of educational opportunities both in and out of school. Every child participates in a range of performances, clubs and festivals. School visits are diverse, from members of the local community coming in to school to share their expertise, to trips further afield and residentials for the oldest children in the school. We believe in developing the whole child and have dedicated Forest School sessions throughout the year. Each child has regular opportunities to achieve, gain confidence, increase their resilience and improve their problem-solving skills through hands-on learning experiences in a natural environment.
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The school is very caring and the environment is welcoming, stimulating and enjoyable for the children. The children are confident and respectful of staff and each other. Gamlingay First School parent
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Gamlingay First School Green End, Gamlingay Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 3LE T 01767 650208 E office@gamlingay.cambs.sch.uk W www.gamlingayfirst.com Headteacher Shelley Desborough
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