Named after the eighteenth century writer of spiritual works, the William Law School is a co-educational, voluntary aided, Church of England Primary School. It caters for children between the ages of 5 and 11.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE AND ETHOS

To help each individual develop those qualities of mind, body, spirit, feeling and imagination, that will enable him/her to live a fulfilling life.

Recognising its historic foundation, the William Law School will preserve and develop its religious character in accordance with the principles of the Church of England and in partnership with the Church at parish and diocesan level.

The school aims to serve its community by providing an education of the highest quality within the context of Christian belief and practice. It encourages an understanding of the meaning and significance of faith, and promotes Christian values through the experience it offers to all its pupils.

The school seeks to give clear expectations about learning, behaviour and performance. A strong emphasis is placed on developing personal responsibility.

The school is a place of learning and self-improvement for all; pupils, staff and governors alike.

All individuals are valued, with priority given to the needs of the children.

THE SCHOOL BUILDING

The school caters for up to 580 children [80 in each year group]. It opened in 1987, was extended in 2000 and now has 21 class bases. There is a large hall, which is also Emmanuel Church, a smaller carpeted hall, a purpose built music room, group rooms, a library and several administration offices. There is a large school field and a play park. The play park, which is managed by the Peterborough City Council, is available for school use during the school day.