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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
16 Jul 2023
I â¤ï¸ WH https://t.co/JQpPqKFHPg
16 Jul 2023
16 Jul 2023
A big thank you to the @WestHampPSA for such a fun event yesterday! The weather was challenging but everyone had fun. £78 raised in one hour just on the ‘Drench Mr Drake’ stall! https://t.co/2y31gxZaYt
16 Jul 2023
@pacecamden What an incredible BBQ yesterday! Still thinking about that jerk chicken today… https://t.co/v6PbVEjC6T
15 Jul 2023
Delicious barbecue at Summer Fair 2023!! https://t.co/hFSS50w3SN
15 Jul 2023
Dad band smashing it at the Summer Fair 2023 https://t.co/4l1VlV8aDZ
15 Jul 2023
Summer Fair today! 12-3 https://t.co/s6sSnzMHxW
14 Jul 2023
Was reflecting this week, in discussion with a colleague and friend, about the powerful life long impact having #BerylGilroy as my headteacher had on me. Still sad @WestHampsteadPS did not take the amazing opportunity to continue her legacy by naming their school in her honour.
14 Jul 2023
Was reflecting this week, in discussion with a colleague and friend, about the powerful life long impact having #BerylGilroy as my headteacher had on me. Still sad @WestHampsteadPS did not take the amazing opportunity to continue her legacy by naming their school in her honour.
26 May 2023
WHAT a great #teachmeet @MathsHubLdnCNW ! Thank you to all the presenters who put in so much work and all the visitors who dipped their toe into the world of #teachingformastery with @MathsHubs today. Such a great buzz @WestHampsteadPS ! https://t.co/i1zDCD23ZK
26 May 2023
On Sat I'll be running the Hackney 5k with my colleagues @WestHampsteadPS to fundraise for our wellbeing zone, science garden, growing area and memorial for Aston Stewart -a long standing member of staff who sadly passed away last year. Please support us https://t.co/2z6kU7Q7qM
26 May 2023
Great to walk past and enjoy @WestHampsteadPS mural celebrating its former headteacher, Dr Beryl Gilroy (when it was Beckford primary); Camden’s first Black headteacher and one of the first Black headteachers in Britain. #BehindEveryGreatCity #LDNWMN https://t.co/lggkS9raN5
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.