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Betty Layward Primary School is very close to Clissold Park and Clissold Leisure centre; and has good transport links. The school is named after a local resident who passed away in 1998. Betty Layward lived in Stoke Newington High Street with her husband and her two sons. She worked tirelessly as a school governor in a number of schools to improve outcomes for all children and believed passionately that all children could succeed. When she passed, a new school was being planned for Stoke Newington. In recognition of her commitment and passion for improving the life chances of all children, the council decided to name the new school after her. There are now approximately 460 children on roll at Betty Layward and each class has 30 children. There are two part time Nursery classes offering up to 50 part time places. The school also offers a range of extended services to parents, including a breakfast club, a range of after school activities and an after school club. At Betty Layward we aim to create a happy, creative school where the atmosphere is conducive to learning. We believe that children learn in many different ways; so we provide opportunities for them to explore, create, research and investigate. It's important that they find out for themselves rather than being told. We believe that every child should learn the skills for life long learning and be supported to develop as good citizens who contribute fully to their community. We also believe that for children to reach their full potential, we need to work in partnership with parents and carers.

We are an outstanding four-form entry school with a Nursery in Northolt, part of the London Borough of Ealing. We are located in a new building creating an exciting learning environment with extensive attractive grounds. Gifford is a high-achieving vibrant inclusive school where pupils are valued and encouraged to succeed and reach their potential.

I am very proud to be the Headteacher at Foxborough, supported by a highly skilled and dedicated team of teachers and support staff. The school is a one form entry primary with an integrated nursery. We are a richly diverse school community in which different languages, cultures and religions learn together in harmony.