BOLDON SCHOOL in Tyne and Wear, Boldon Colliery

Education Centre Information: Boldon School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Open
Local Authority: South Tyneside
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 935
Number of boys: 473
Number of girls: 462
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Boldon School is a community school catering for secondary school pupils between the ages of 11 and 16 years. The aim is to encourage all pupils to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the school to attain their full potential in all areas of school life. The school'strives to provide a relevant and stimulating resource of up to date, attractive books and other learning materials, which reflects the interests of the pupils as well as the demands of the curriculum. It also has a suite of computers, with internet access. The library is open for use at lunchtime and the library operates a regular homework club and after school club. The school offers a wide range of sporting activities with an opportunity for pupils to take part in non-competitive and recreational activities as well as representing school teams. These include aerobics, athletics, badminton, basketball, cricket, cross-country, hockey, netball, rounders, rugby, soccer, rugby, soccer, squash and tennis. As pupils in the music department of Boldon School children can be assured of a varied and exciting range of activities and opportunities. The aim of the school is to help each pupil to develop and realise his or her potential as fully as possible.