Glebelands is committed to providing all of our children with a rich learning environment. This means placing due emphasis on children becoming proficient in English and maths whilst providing them with many different experiences both in and out of the classroom.

Our Aims

At Glebelands we want children to:

·        strive for their best achievement

·        have confidence, self-worth and   a positive attitude to learning

·        develop enquiring minds and a spirit of curiosity

·        become independent learners

·        develop individual strengths

·        be tolerant and respectful of themselves and others

·        care for their body, mind and spirit

·        take their place as active members of the world community  

Glebelands opened in 1998 and we currently have 301 children.

40% of our children come from our priority area: the two housing estates by the school and by the Trelleborg island. The remainder come from other parts of Beaumont Leys, Birstall, Thurcaston and even further afield. Glebelands is a local authority state school in the City of Leicester.

We can admit up to 40 children in a year group, so this means that we have mixed year classes and the classes change every year. We follow a two year rolling programme of topics to ensure that the children do not repeat or miss out on any learning. English and maths are taught on a one year programme of study and teachers provide work for the different abilities within their classes.

The school is set in spacious grounds. Nursery & Reception children have their own playground and field. There is a range of fixed outdoor equipment for the children to play on, and children in years 1 to 6 can borrow smaller play equipment at lunchtimes using a key-ring system. We are in the process of developing a sensory garden for the children to explore and enjoy.

If you're searching for your next teaching post, why not contact us now? You'll be working at a great school and be part of a friendly, helpful team. We're always interested to hear from enthusiastic, committed teachers.

The Governors at Glebelands value the dedication and commitment shown by all staff towards supporting children's learning.  They believe that high quality professional development is essential for maintaining this and, if you were to join our vibrant and enthusiastic staff team, we would be looking to build on your strengths and help you develop the necessary skills to do your job as effectively as possible.

At Glebelands, children and staff have agreed the following:

What we all expect of children when they are learning: To

• listen and watch carefully and don’t interrupt
• work together, co-operate, take turns, share the workload and help each other
• try your best even if you don’t like something
• behave well and follow the rules
• join in and have a go
• finish your work
• concentrate – do not distract or get distracted
• share ideas and support the ideas of others

What we all expect of staff when they are supporting learning: To

• support all groups in class
• encourage us to do our best and to get on with others
• supervise us and keep us safe
• help us if we get stuck
• make sure we understand what we have to do
• listen to our views
• tell us how we can improve our work
• make lessons interesting
• reward good effort

Attitudes we expect from every child: To

• be polite and respectful to everyone
• follow the Golden Rules
• help each other and think of others
• welcome new children and visitors
• come to school on time and attend every day
• set a good example
• treat other people as you would like to be treated
• think about what you are saying to others

Attitudes we expect from staff: To

• give feedback
• listen to us and follow up concerns
• be polite and respectful
• encourage children in everything they do
• be friendly, firm and fair
• show a consistent approach to the Golden Rules

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