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School profile

The Belham Primary School

We are a two-form community primary school in the heart of Peckham, South London. You will find us in a beautifully refurbished Victorian school building on the corner of Bellenden and Maxted Roads. Learning at the Belham is a rich tapestry of opportunity and extends far beyond the classroom. We pride ourselves on a genuinely creative learning and teaching environment which reflects our values. Our curriculum is broad as well as deep and we are committed to exceeding the requirements of the National Curriculum.Being based in London offers The Belham a unique opportunity to make use of the many museums, theatres, parks and public buildings nearby as well as the wide range of people themselves. Our curriculum also reflects the diversity and richness of our local community: socially and culturally.

About our school experience

• Details:

  The Belham Primary School is one of the host schools for London South Teaching School Hub working in partnership with Roehampton University to offer primary and secondary initial teacher training opportunities in a range of subjects. Our school experience day will include: ; observing lessons and different teaching styles ; interacting with pupils and staff ; experiencing a school day first hand ; seeing how specific subjects are taught ; learning more about the teacher training process

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

  Please contact us if you are interested in a shorter or longer school day experience.

• Dress code:

  Business dress, Smart casual

• Teacher training:

  London South Teaching School Hub is a lead partner with Roehampton University offering initial teacher training across our highly successful schools in South London.

  This postgraduate qualification gives you the tools to build a successful career in teaching while providing a holistic view of the profession; you will look at the child, curriculum and teacher. ; The course will build your confidence in the classroom, your understanding of the wider role a teacher plays and provide you with all the subject knowledge to effectively teach the full curriculum to all age groups of primary school children.

  You will be based in a host school for 32 weeks of the year, which will enable you to develop strong relationships with your school mentor who will oversee your training. You will attend lectures and seminars at Roehampton University throughout the year. ; ‍ ; You will be assigned a tutor from Roehampton who will support you with both the practical and academic elements of the course. You will also be part of a large cohort of trainee teachers in South London.

  We get to know each trainee and offer excellent pastoral support throughout your journey to becoming a teacher. Our diverse cohort of present and past trainees are always on hand for peer support and advice. ; ; Our team are on-hand to support you through the application and interview process. If successful, we carefully select a host school that you will grow and thrive in as you train. We strongly recommend coming along to one of our online information events to meet us in person and to ask any further questions you might have. ;

  Find out more about our teacher training

Links to more information about our school

• The Belham Primary School website
• The Belham Primary School Get Information About Schools
• Ofsted report: The Belham Primary School
• Performance information: The Belham Primary School
• Teacher training: The Belham Primary School

Entry requirements

You must:

• Must have a degree
• Photo identification: Example passport or driving licence

• DBS check required:

  No, candidates will be accompanied at all times.

Placement dates

There are no upcoming dates

Location

• Address: 165 Bellenden Road, London, SE15 4DG

• Parking:

  Not available on site

  No – no onsite parking provided, we encourage the use of public transport to the school. The school is walking distance from Peckham Rye station

• 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.

• Address: 165 Bellenden Road, London, SE15 4DG
• School phases: Early years, Primary (4 to 11)
• Dates: 0 dates available for this school
• DBS check required:

  No, candidates will be accompanied at all times.