Profiles of schools where internships are available.
Primary Schools
- West Kidlington School
West Kidlington centres its approach to learning on Values Led Learning. The school's Values Education is recognised as outstanding. The school is the subject of a book, The Quiet Revolution by Frances Farrer. The school makes considerable use of technology and integrated learning; and has developed close links and teacher exchanges with schools in Uganda and Europe. Please visit the school's website for reports and further information: www.west-kidlington.oxon.sch.uk - Pegasus Primary School
A strong developmental approach to learning and providing social services distinguishes this school. It is situated in one of the most deprived areas of Oxford, and notable for a number of innovative community and educational partnership schemes to support families. The student body is ethnically and economically diverse, and over 60% have high needs. All staff are trained in cooperative disciplinary techniques. Please visit the school's website for reports and further information: www.pegasus-pri.oxon.sch.uk - St Nicholas Primary School
This is a popular community school located just outside of Oxford city centre in Old Marston. Almost 40% of the approximately 400 pupils (aged between 3-11 years) are from ethnic minority groups and nearly one in three speak a language other than English. The school also has an Autism Resource Base, which is an important part of this inclusive school. Cultural and social diversity is of critical importance to the goal of creating a school where every child is special and able to learn in an environment that is rich and creative. Please visit the school's website for inspection reports and further information: www.stnicholasprimaryschool.org.uk
Secondary Schools
- Gosford Hill School
A secondary school with a large and diverse student body (1,121 pupils). In 2003 it became a Specialist College in Maths and Technology. The Headmaster is willing to lead an educational tutorial on current educational topics related to special needs students, secondary education, student support and school leadership. Please visit the school's website for reports and further information: www.gosford-hill.oxon.sch.uk - Cheney School
This secondary school's success is built on traditional values, as well as progressive thinking. One of the unique features of the Cheney School is the international ethos which is promoted through its specialist language college status. Students at Cheney are well prepared for the challenges which await them in an increasingly demanding global work place. The ethos of the school is built on the key principle of providing an exciting learning environment where enthusiastic and skilled teachers engage students. Please visit the school's website for reports and further information: www.cheney.oxon.sch.uk