Town Lane Infant School was built in 1939 and is a light
and airy single storey building, set in spacious attractive
grounds with a large field to the rear. A large hall and
the main body of the school are built around a delightful
quadrangle garden.
From the initial construction additional classrooms have
been added to accommodate the increase in pupil numbers.
There are now ten classrooms, one of which is a Nursery
Class with 52 part-time places. These classes are set in
a spacious layout allowing generous learning areas for all
children. Many classes have extensive views to the rear
of the building.
All Foundation and Year 1 classes have direct access to
the outdoor learning environment.
The outdoor learning area is comprised of a shady woodland
walk, a large field area with wooded mounds and paths; and
fenced bark and hard surface areas for year round access.
There is an extensive grounds development project in progress
that aims to provide a stimulating outdoor environment for
all pupils that is continually building upon this excellent
resource.
The site is totally secure with a palisade fence along
the perimeter of the field, locked side gates and electronic
access to the main reception area.
Education. Town Lane Infant School is
committed to ensuring all pupils receive their National
Curriculum entitlement to Education for Sustainable Development
Energy and Water. Town Lane Infant School
will seek to minimise our consumption of energy and water
by eliminating areas of waste. We will aim to monitor our
use of these commodities, and to report to governors and
pupils annually.
Waste. Town Lane Infant School will seek
to reduce the volume of waste it produces by purchasing
carefully and seeking to reuse or repair items whenever
possible.
Recycling. Town Lane Infant School will
recycle items that cannot be reused or repaired. All members
of the school community will be encouraged to be involved
with recycling initiatives wherever possible. We will compost
organic waste wherever practicable.
Transport. Town Lane infant School will
work toward minimising the adverse environmental impact
of travelling to school. We will promote and assist with
schemes that encourage healthy and environmentally friendly
means of travelling to school.
Fair Trade. Town Lane Infant School will
give active support to fair trade activities by promoting
the use of Fair Trade products.
Health. Town Lane Infant School will actively promote healthy
life styles to all members of the school community.
Purchasing. Town Lane infant School will
seek to purchase all items for school from suppliers whose
practices are governed by environmental principles and policy.
Involvement. Town Lane infant School will
involve all members of the school community with regard
to implementation and keep them informed of the progress
of this charter. An Environmental Plan will be included
in the School Improvement Plan.
