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Welcome to
West Hampstead
Primary School
At West Hampstead our motto is "Together, We Achieve". Our children exemplify our school motto; walk around our school at any time and you will see children and adults actively engaged in learning. We are very proud of our school and we hope that our website gives you a flavour of what makes us so special.
What makes us different
Our Curriculum
'Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum for all pupils.' OFSTED 2022 The West Hampstead Curriculum is designed to: 1. Teach our pupils to learn well 2. Teach our pupils how to lead happy, healthy, constructive lives, in which they can aspire and experience success 3. Ensure the children develop and remember a secure knowledge and understanding of the world 4. Ensure high levels of competence in the core subjects of English and maths 5. Teach our pupils to live well in a diverse world, as confident, responsible citizens.
Our Maths
At West Hampstead Primary School we are very proud of our teaching and learning in Mathematics. We work very closely with the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM). Our Maths Lead, Miss Kwa, is the primary lead of the London Central and North West Maths Hub. This means that our teachers get the most up-to-date training and our children get the most innovative teaching. As a result, attainment and progress in Maths at West Hampstead has been getting better and better each year.
Our History
West Hampstead Primary School (WHPS), is housed in a beautiful Victorian three-storey (listed) building. Formerly called Beckford Primary School, it changed its name in September 2021. Following a vote involving staff and the school community. The school recently unveiled a mural commemorating the life of Dr Beryl Gilroy. Dr Gilroy was the first Black woman to serve as a headteacher in Camden at, where she paved the way for people of colour in education.
Our Environment
At West Hampstead Primary School we are always looking at different ways of making sure that our school environment is a place where all children can flourish. Every year we have a different project that we work on. This year we have designed and constructed a new Early-Years playground for the children to enjoy. Next year we are working on our new Science Garden, so that all of our children can have opportunities to grow food and learn about sustainability.
Our Creativity
At West Hampstead Primary School (WHPS), we believe that all children should have access to high quality creative and artistic experiences. We value the partnerships we have developed within the arts community. We make sure the children are frequently exposed to high quality musical performances and have opportunities to work with visiting artists, poets, dancers and storytellers.
Latest News
25 Jul 2024
Flashback to the opening of the @CamdenLearning Schools Biennale 2024 two weeks ago. What an inspiring occasion! So amazing to see art by six of our talented children on display in such an incredible space. Hopefully this will become an institution to match the RAH Festival! https://t.co/qGvSpNc2nO
19 Mar 2024
Last few places available for our teaching for mastery forum in Enfield ft. Debbie Morgan CBE @ThinkingMaths as our Keynote speaker. Come along to find out more about getting involved with the Maths hub and hear from Headteachers. @NCETM Sign up here > https://t.co/Gylcxhngzz
08 Dec 2023
@WestHampPSA WHPS Winterfest. The choir have hit the stage! https://t.co/W1DOA8Tq2N
08 Dec 2023
Winterfest is open for business! @WestHampPSA https://t.co/wyV73h2JGS
23 Nov 2023
Great to see so many of our amazing teachers presenting at our Camden @ChallengePartnr Hub. Such innovative practice! Proud to be their headteacher ❤️ https://t.co/TjxTv3UxQv
14 Oct 2023
❤️Joyful evening. Thank you to all our amazing performers, volunteers & @WestHampsteadPS! Shout out to @LornaLGreenwood for light & sound & @michael_simkins for compering. Our @CAforWH concert was set up to fundraise but it’s been a much-needed #WestHampstead get-together. https://t.co/4GWUe9C3vi
14 Oct 2023
@hollypenfield Headline slot @CAforWH concert https://t.co/DzwDSoaBDh
14 Oct 2023
@CAforWH GALA CONCERT WHPS dads smashing it! All we need now is a school band? https://t.co/dBtuwc98aG
14 Oct 2023
@CAforWH Fundraiser! Actually one DONE ✅ GREAT LINE UP https://t.co/ycXEaulhcj
14 Oct 2023
@CAforWH GALA CONCERT https://t.co/3JkGrPJuf3
14 Oct 2023
@fortunegrnchr Act 2 - Fortune Green Choir https://t.co/Kh8YYiGGFf
14 Oct 2023
CAWH Fundraiser! Great to see so many people out tonight for a good cause. We were delighted to be asked to host our local community centre’s Gala Concert. Act 1 - Julia Guttmann https://t.co/akZUHC61sm
Our Values
Aspiration
We aim high! Our intention is for everyone at WHPS to be a creative, curious learner who can communicate well and achieves their goals.
Community
We work together in partnerships: within the classroom, between home and school and with other organisations. Everyone at West Hampstead Primary School should feel a sense of belonging and develop strong and positive relationships with others.
Consideration
Kindness, empathy and respect are prized highly here at school. We do our best to get to know and understand others, and treat them with compassion and fairness.
Resilience
Life always presents challenges; at West Hampstead Primary School we are adaptable, aiming to meet our challenges with a positive mindset and developing confidence and independence.
Responsibility
We value being good citizens, and doing our best to look after ourselves, each other and the environment. We aspire to always be organised and proactive.