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“Leadership and management are outstanding. TheHeadteacher provides strong leadership andhas a clear vision of how to take the schoolforward with the needs of individualstudents at its heart” Ofsted

A Learning CentreAt Edgbarrow, learning and teaching are our highest priority. All students are given the opportunity toachieve their potential within a vibrant and purposeful environment. As a comprehensive school wehave a track record of success, with our students excelling academically.Our curriculum is carefully planned and monitored to offer both variety and academic rigour. Themajority of our students will progress into our Sixth Form to complete A Levels. Working inpartnership with parents and students, we are able to personalise the curriculum to offer a widerange of opportunities in order to meet the needs of individuals.There are three guiding principles for learning within the school. Every student is entitled to progressin their learning, be active in their learning and be clear on how to succeed. In the classroom thisis achieved by engaging students, promoting independent learning and providing regular feedback.Students will also be encouraged to reflect upon their own learning.As we embed the use of technology in our teaching we are able to provide a challenging andinnovative learning experience that students enjoy. Specialist teachers and ICT facilities are available inall classrooms to both engage and motivate students in their learning. As a school this is also achievedthrough recognising the skills and celebrating the success of our students.We aim to provide and equip students with the skills and attributes needed to be successful beyondschool. We have high aspirations and expectations for all individuals so that they can becomeconfident, responsible and independent students.“Achievement and standards are outstanding” Ofsted

“The curriculum is good and provides students withexceptional opportunities.... Students benefit froma broad range of academic courses and very goodopportunities for curriculum enrichment” Ofsted

“Personal development andwell-being are outstanding. Thevast majority of students enjoycoming to school and feel safewhile they are there.” Ofsted

“We have benefited hugely from our partnership withEdgbarrow. Visits from the Edgbarrow team have beenvery successful and have included the fantastic scienceworkshops and maths puzzles.” Primary HeadteacherAt the Heart of theCommunityAt Edgbarrow, all students know that they are valued as individualsand can make a positive contribution to the school, local area andwider community.At school the students’ voice is heard through Year Grouprepresentatives and the full school council, who will play a partin staff appointments, writing policies and suggesting schoolimprovements. Our students also act to foster mutual respectwithin a safe, caring and supportive community. Year 11 studentslead the ‘Listening Ear’ programme for students who may havedifficulties starting at a new school or with peer relationships. Thewhole school makes a positive contribution by organising andparticipating in our annual sponsored walk, which raises money forthe school and charity.In the local community, our Gifted and Talented students have ledsummer school activities with primary schools, while others haveworked with local councillors to complete local environmentalsurveys. Students are also encouraged to act as leaders throughthe Business and Enterprise specialism where they initiate andreview the school’s contribution with local community groups.We continue to have excellent relationships with our partnerprimary schools. Through our specialism we have provided arange of liaison events across several subjects, as well as fair tradeand enterprise activities. Through a sports leadership programme,Edgbarrow students also organise and lead events at primaryschools.Our students have also made a positive contribution to the widercommunity. Edgbarrow students have represented the local areaat the National Youth Parliament and are regular visitors to theBritish and European Parliaments.Celebrating SuccessThe school has the highest expectations of students at all times and seeks towork with parents and carers to achieve the best outcomes. Our aim is tomotivate students by rewarding positive behaviour, whether this is academicachievement or through displaying skills or talents.Edgbarrow School seeks to reward students’ achievements through a rangeof activities. All students may receive merits or have their efforts recognisedin Year Group assemblies and outings. At the end of each year ourCelebration of Success and Presentation Evenings recognise students’ examresults and those who have worked hard to be successful in their field.

Designed and Produced by MB Design & Marketing Ltd. Tel: 01673 842911 Email: studio@mbdesignhouse.co.ukHeadteacher: Bob ElseyEdgbarrow SchoolGrant RoadCrowthorneBerkshire, RG45 7HZTel: (01344) 772658Fax: (01344) 776623E-mail: secretary@edgbarrow.bracknell-forest.sch.ukWeb: www.edgbarrow.bracknell-forest.sch.uk/