Welcome to Glen Hills Primary School, Glen Parva, Leicester.

At Glen Hills Primary School we are committed to providing all our children with an enriched, broad and creative curriculum, which teaches our children about the Knowledge, Skills, and Cultural Capital to succeed, as happy life-long learners at school and beyond their years at Glen Hills.

We aim to achieve this by:

• Working as a team comprising of children, staff, parents/carers, governors, outside agencies and visitors
• Valuing the contribution of each individual within that team
• Providing an ambitious, enjoyable, knowledge and skills rich curriculum designed around enrichment
• Promoting high standards of behaviour, attitudes and attendance
• Showing and encouraging respect and mutual tolerance for the school community as well as each other
• Promoting equality of opportunity regardless of race, religion, culture, gender, social background or ability
• Promoting a place where pupil's character is developed and personal strengths encouraged
• Recognising needs and wellbeing of all to nurture self-worth and develop resilience
• By providing a secure environment where all feel safe, valued, celebrated, respected and proud.

As a result of such an environment we hope our children will:

• Be the best versions of themselves they can be
• Become independent, resilient, tolerant and happy self-motivated learners
• Have respect for themselves, each other and the environment
• Be valued as an individual and as a member of the community, both within school and beyond.

The hard work and dedication of the staff, governors, parents/carers and pupils is highlighted in our last OFSTED report (March 2024) where the school was judged to be Good with Outstanding areas. Since then our school has continued to thrive and develop to support its children and it has further developed its curriculum in line with the latest Ofsted research.

Sport

Our staff and sports coaches engage in a wide range of activities, including athletics, dance, multi-sports, football, gymnastics, cross country,  basketball, hockey, tennis, tag-rugby and NFL flag-football resulting in  numerous sporting achievements such as: Our boys’ football team winning the final of the Leicestershire and  Rutland SFA Rice Bowl in 2019 and 2023. Our girls’ football teams triumphing in their Oadby and Wigston leagues. The Year 6 gymnastics team securing victory in the area competition. Strong performances in cross-country events resulting in multiple  students representing Oadby and Wigston in the year-end finals. Being awarded the Platinum Standard School Games Mark, affirming our dedication to outstanding sports provisions and opportunities. Involvement in all sportability events offering sports such as boccia and curling to those with less sporting confidence to take part in for fun. Sports Leaders encouraging more resistant pupils to participate  in sports.

Music

Glen Hills proudly holds the Gold Mark award for music, reflecting our commitment to exceptional musical education. Our students can explore music through various avenues, including violin lessons in Year 3 and Djembe drums in Year 5. We offer peripatetic lessons and weekly choir participation for all students, with regular student performances and musical events.

Gardening

We have an extensive garden with raised beds, greenhouses, polytunnels, a large stocked pond and an assorted array of vegetables grown by our pupils. It is also used as a quiet area for wellbeing support to our pupils.

Cooking

In our children’s school kitchen, we offer the opportunity to engage in fun and educational activities that teach them essential cooking, hygiene, and healthy eating skills.

Ceramics

We are lucky to be one of a few schools that possess a kiln where children can design and produce ceramics.

Trips and Visits

Our school organises a wide range of educational outings, taking students to exciting destinations such as theatres, museums, castles, places of worship, the local river/spinney, farm parks and many more engaging locations. Additionally, we host guest speakers and visitors, including the police, local vicar, scientists, MPs, environmentalists and organise themed events like our popular WW2 day. Furthermore, we offer extended residential trips, providing students with immersive learning experiences. Currently, our Year 5 students have the opportunity to explore at a PGL adventure site, while our Year 6 students embark on an enriching journey to Llandudno.

Our schools are a supportive community where everyone helps each other grow and succeed.

Each school brings its own special strengths and by working together, we share ideas, resources and encouragement. Our close partnership means that staff and students all benefit from the collective experience and support, making sure that every child has the best chance to thrive.

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