“WORKING together to achieve success” is not only the mission statement but the cornerstone of life at Colebrook Junior School.

Around 170 children attend the Stratton school, which only welcomes 50 new pupils each year.

Whether in the classroom, or in the woodland Forest School, or in the numerous clubs youngsters can get involved with, teamwork is at the heart of everything the youngsters learn.

Headteacher Mrs Nikki Scully said: “I consider it to be a privilege to be head teacher of Colebrook Junior School. As a school we are a community which values all its members; pupils, parents, teachers, support staff and governors, we make every effort to work as a team.

“Children are at the very heart of everything we do and although academic performance is very important, we believe that pupils should enjoy their time at school and achieve across every aspect of the primary curriculum. Everyone works hard to provide a welcoming, happy and safe environment within which pupils have access to a variety of learning experiences. We aim to enthuse in all children a love of learning as well as respect and care for each other.

“There is a warm and welcoming family feel to the school which is an important part of its identity and it is vital that this atmosphere continues to permeate everything we do.”

As well as a thriving before school breakfast club, children also have a chance to spread their horizons by taking part in a variety of different clubs. These include football and dance, French and choir, and also more unusual pursuits including lacrosse, Lego and board games.

Colebrook’s sense of community also extends into its Friends organisation, which organises several events each year for families to enjoy, and to other schools to ensure the best for its pupils.

Mrs Scully said: “At Colebrook Junior School we believe in the importance of developing partnerships and collaborations with schools in our cluster and across Swindon. The sharing of skills, knowledge and expertise between schools is crucial and supports both School Improvement and better outcomes.”

Colebrook Junior School
Address: Towcester Road, Stratton St Margaret, Swindon, SN3 4AS
Telephone: 01793 823057
Email address: admin@colebrook-jun.swindon.sch.uk
Headteacher: Mrs Nikki Scully
Chairman of Governors: Mrs Jan Milsom
Uniform: Red fleece or sweatshirt, white polo shirt, shirt or blouse, black skirts, trousers or pinafore dress, summer red and white checked dress.