James Neale Photography: Norwich Free School Press Conference

Last month i was asked to photograph a press conference at The new Norwich free school. I have done a few shoots for the school over the last year at various stages, and was nice to be a part of the official opening. The day was attended by Norwich MP Simon Wright.

The Free School Norwich is a primary school for children aged 4 - 11 years old. It is housed in Kings House, a Grade II listed Georgian house located in central Norwich, close to all public transport services.

The school is fully modernised and adapted for use as a primary school, whilst retaining many of its original Georgian features. A purpose-designed, children's play garden is situated at the rear of Kings House. The garden has a wooded area, play house, children's vegetable plot, hard playground and a specialist early years playground with a canopied area for outdoor activities in all weathers.

The Free School Norwich year comprises of six terms, with a two week holiday between each and a four week holiday in August. Our terms are named Harvest, Christmas, Winter, Spring, Whitsun and Summer.

Squirrels Extended School is open for use by working parents for six days a week during term time and throughout the school holiday periods. The school is closed on Bank Holidays and for one week at Christmas.

The Free School Norwich actively promotes the use of public transport to help reduce city centre traffic congestion. Our convenient location enables parents to use public transport to travel easily to the school and their place of work in Norwich. The school also provides a free Pedal and Park service for families who wish to cycle to school and work.

Find out more about the Norwich Free school by visiting their website
www.freeschoolnorwich.org.uk