Grafton Primary School

The school is larger than most primary schools. There is provision for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is higher than usually found. Over 80% of pupils come from minority ethnic backgrounds. Over half of the pupils are learning English as an additional language. The percentage identified with moderate and specific learning difficulties, speech and language, and emotional, social and behavioural difficulties is very much higher than average. The proportion with a statement of special educational needs is above average. The percentage of pupils joining or leaving the school at other than the usual times is much higher than that usually found. The school has attained the Artsmark Gold Award and the Healthy School Award.