The full name of our school is 'Whickham Parochial Church of England (Controlled) Primary School'. Dr. Robert Thomlinson founded the school in 1714. It was built as a charity school in order to provide education for the children of the parish. It is reputed to be the oldest Church school in the Diocese of Durham.
The old school building in Whickham village
In November 1971, the old school in the village closed its doors as an educational establishment and the pupils were transferred to the present building in Broadway.
The school is a one-form entry primary school with seven single age classes. There is a complement of seven teaching staff, not including the Headteacher and non-teaching staff members.
The facilities are purpose built and include a library and ICT suite as well as new classrooms. The school also benefits from extensive playing fields and an outdoor play area for the 'early years'.
The school serves the private housing estates in the surrounding area, including Fellside Park. Additionally some pupils come from locations outside the catchment area and the school is regularly over-subscribed.
Comments (2)
COOL i've been in a not that old building
This school is well old!!!!!!
Mrs D
Pop Quiz
Do u know 1 of the first teachers here??????
Posted by Clairex x x | December 10, 2007 5:06 PM
No I don't Claire, perhaps you can tell me...
Posted by Mrs Dillon | December 11, 2007 10:24 AM