Ed Sheridan, LDRS and Emma Bartholomew
Published:
11:35 AM May 13, 2021
Prior Weston Primary School in Whitecross Street
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A Barbican primary school has been allowed to retain eight floodlights in its playground, despite only being given permission to install four.
Islington Council was prompted to investigate the matter at Prior Weston Primary School in Whitecross Street, after neighbours complained about noise from the sports court, and light pollution from the high-powered floodlights which they claimed were being left on when not in use.
The issue was discussed at an Islington Council planning committee where councillors agreed to allow the school to retain the installation, following assurances that recent advances in technology mean the lights will not spill out as much, and that an automated system will turn them off after use.
Prior Weston Sports Day at the HAC
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Fiona MacCorquodale, head teacher at Prior Weston Primary School, on the school’s approach to education and well-being.
Prior Weston is a vibrant and creative state-funded primary school in Clerkenwell, we teach children from four to 11 years old.
Our school was founded 50 years ago by the legendary educator, Henry Pluckrose and it soon became a mecca for those committed to innovative teaching and progressive modes of learning.
Inevitably, we’ve been hugely inspired by this remarkable history and we encourage children to be independent and creative thinkers. They are trained and trusted to make decisions for themselves, both as individuals and in groups.
Prior Weston Sports Day at the HAC
- Credit: Prior Western
Fiona MacCorquodale, head teacher at Prior Weston Primary School, on the school’s approach to education and well-being.
Prior Weston is a vibrant and creative state-funded primary school in Clerkenwell, we teach children from four to 11 years old.
Our school was founded 50 years ago by the legendary educator, Henry Pluckrose and it soon became a mecca for those committed to innovative teaching and progressive modes of learning.
Inevitably, we’ve been hugely inspired by this remarkable history and we encourage children to be independent and creative thinkers. They are trained and trusted to make decisions for themselves, both as individuals and in groups.