For a little school in a little village, it achieves great things, both academically and in sport…read more If you are looking for a great example of what can be done when a community pulls together with an exemplary head teacher, look no further. This school is why we moved to the area. It turns out happy, balanced, well-educated children. Is there more to ask?

Occold Primary School has and continues to be a great school for my children. There are plenty of…read moreParents that speak very highly of the school and the way it is staffed/managed. In my opinion the school has met the needs of my individual children well and are always welcome to hear a parents point of view. They take note of individual needs and abilities and continue to progress my childrens learning.

Hillside is a well-established school with a good reputation. It has a nursery and so takes…read morechildren from 3 - 11 years old. Despite having over 500 pupils it does retain a friendly community feel. The school when it was originally built was never intended to house so many pupils and so does currently have some mobile classrooms. However, these are going to be phased out, as a new school in the area should ease the intake of pupils. The building itself is built round a quad with classrooms off it. There is one school hall, library and computer room. It is very old though and in need of a facelift. For instance it still has a toilet block outside which is finally going to be replaced with one attached to the school. Although inside the conditions are slightly cramped, outside it has two large playgrounds, and separate play areas for reception and nursery. It also has a lovely large tree-lined field. The school itself it set amongst a residential area but the trees and allotments to one-side give it quite a rural feel. Most of my involvement with the school has been with the nursery and I cannot speak too highly of this. The staff are brillliant and really prepare the children well for starting school as well as making each session really fun. Other staff in the school seem equally competent and inspiring, and from what I've observed the children seem very happy here.

Eldest daughter went there for a few years - the school had a good reputation and I have to say…read morediscipline seemed to be enforced. However, it is a private school and not very cheap at that. On top of the school fees there is transport which is arranged with a local bus company and very expensive. Despite paying for an annual 'season' ticket, there are only two buses back in the afternoon and, more often than not, we then had to drive to Wisbech to pick up our daughter from after-school club.

We have had an awful experience with this school and recommend you avoid sending your children here.read more

This is a wonderful school! The staff are incredibly kind and caring. There is a fabulous before…read moreand after school club, dinners are great, sporting clubs are varied and inclusive and they have an active PTA. My child is very happy here.