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Wrenn School

Steeped in History, Wrenn school has been providing high quality education to the young people and families of Wellingborough for over 100 Years.

At Wrenn school ‘we set no limits and accept no excuses’ and we aim for excellence in all that we do. During their time at Wrenn our students thrive; we are proud of the outcomes that they achieve. Wrenn School has beautiful grounds, with excellent purpose-built sporting facilities and we place huge value in extra-curricular opportunities.

We believe in providing the very best care and guidance and our Wrenn values are central to our ethos and culture. We have a constant focus on high standards from our students asking them to Work Hard, Respect Others, Enjoy learning, to Never give up. Taking pride in our training programmes for staff, we have highly experienced mentors for early career teachers. Our mission is to nurture our own talent and offer excellent support to trainee teachers.

The bedrock on which our school community is built is the excellent relationships between staff, students, families and between students themselves. When you visit our school, you will notice the positivity and mutual respect that is shown to all members of the school community.

About our school experience

Details

We recognise how important it is for prospective teachers to gain some first hand insight into how a school runs.

Our days may include:
Talking to Hub staff about the teacher training scheme
Talking to existing trainees about their experiences
Asking teachers about their typical day
Observe teaching
Observe tutor times
Watch a range of subjects being taught.

You will also get the chance to gain advice on how to complete a training application and gain valuable insight into some of the skills you can showcase in your personal statement.

No DBS is required because you will also be with a member of staff but you will be able to interact with students and watch how they engage in their learning.

Start and finish times
9:00am to 1:00pm - Flexible

Other times can be negotiated with our Team.

Dress code

Business dress, Cover up tattoos

Teacher training

We are very proud to be a valued partner school for the School Centred Initial Teacher Training programme designed by the outstanding Teach First and led by Northamptonshire Teaching School Hub, both industry leaders in early career development for teachers.

Find out more about our teacher training

Links to more information about our school

Entry requirements

You must:

    • Must not have been accepted onto another teacher training course
    • Must have a degree
    • Photo identification: For example a passport or driving licence
    • Must be considering apply to our schools to start teacher training in September of the next academic year.
DBS check required

No, candidates will be accompanied at all times.

Placement availability

We can be flexible regarding dates and times, though we will avoid arranging your visit at very busy times in the term such as exams or sports day, or holiday time. In those periods, it may take a bit longer to set up a time and date.

School experience type
In school

Location

Address
London Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 2DQ
Map showing Wrenn School
Parking

Yes - on site parking provided

Parking is restricted on London Road though there is on-street parking on nearby streets. There may be some limited parking in the on-site car park. If you require this or disabled spots please let us know at the time of booking.

Disability and access details

We offer facilities and provide an inclusive environment for students, staff and school experience candidates with disability and access needs. We're happy to discuss your disability or access needs before or as part of your school experience request.

Access needs policy

Address
London Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 2DQ
School phases
Secondary (11 to 16), 16 to 18
DBS check required

No, candidates will be accompanied at all times.

Subjects
  • Biology
  • Computing
  • English
  • Geography
  • History
  • Maths
  • Physical education
  • Spanish