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Delves Infant School

Delves Infant and Nursery School, is a three form entry school, that is also part of the Forge Brook Trust.

Our vision is that every child, without exception, should leave our schools with the value, skills and experiences to enable them to thrive and be productive members of society. Delves Federation has a reputation for excellence within the local community and beyond.

Our Federated Mission Statement
We have a shared desire to raise standards and inspire young minds. This will be achieved through inspirational leadership, high quality teaching and high expectations for all. Our curriculum is driven by the exploration of possibilities to allow children to dream, the promotion of a growth mindset to encourage children to believe and the development of resilience which supports children to achieve and these aspects are at the heart of everything we do, giving all children the opportunity to succeed.

About our school experience

Details

Candidates will gain a realistic insight into life in a successful infant and nursery setting, working with children aged 2 to 7 years. The experience is designed to provide an understanding of teaching, learning and child development in the early years and Key Stage 1.
During your placement, you can expect to:
-Observe lessons across Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 classes.
-Experience a range of teaching styles and classroom approaches.
-Interact with pupils and support learning activities under the guidance of experienced staff.
-Observe how phonics, early reading, writing and mathematics are taught.
-See how play-based learning supports children's development in the Early Years.
-Learn about the school's approaches to behaviour, inclusion and supporting pupils with additional needs.
-Attend assemblies, enrichment activities and other aspects of school life where appropriate.
-Speak with teachers and leaders about careers in education and the pathways into teaching.

A typical day will begin with welcoming pupils into school and preparing for learning. Candidates will spend time in classrooms observing teaching and supporting age-appropriate activities, followed by opportunities to discuss practice with staff. Throughout the day, visitors will see how the school promotes high expectations, positive relationships and a nurturing learning environment.

Start and finish times
8:30am to 3:30pm - Flexible

As long as the times are agreed in advanced.

Dress code

Smart casual

Teacher training

We work with Ryders Hayes and Barr Beacon SCITT.

Find out more about our teacher training

Links to more information about our school

Entry requirements

You must:

    • Must be applying to or have applied to our, or a partner school's, teacher training course
DBS check required

Yes. An enhanced DBS check is required.

Placement availability

You can request experience with this school at any time and they will contact you when they have availability.

School experience type
In school

Fees

DBS check fees

£41.00 One-off, This is paid to the Forge Brook Trust

The fee covers the cost of the Enhanced DS check.

Location

Address
Botany Road, Delves, Walsall, West Midlands, WS5 4PU
Map showing Delves Infant School
Parking

Not available on site

There is parking on the road outside of school.

Address
Botany Road, Delves, Walsall, West Midlands, WS5 4PU
School phases
Early years, Primary (4 to 11)
DBS check required

Yes. An enhanced DBS check is required.