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Overview

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• About View
  • This is a primary school.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: classrooms, a main hall, a changing place, a toilet with adaptations and standard toilets.
  • View information on opening times.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Stanford-le-Hope Train.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • The Key Stage 2 entrance has step-free level access.
  • The Early Years entrance has sloped access
  • The Nursery entrance has ramped access.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: There is a steep ramp between the key stage 1 and key stage 2 areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the main hall to the key stage 1 area and the Early Years entrance to the early years area.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • The ground and first floors can be accessed via a platform lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: large print (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located within the nursery room.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
  • The male and female step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, within the key stage 2 area.
  • The shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor, within the key stage 2 area.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • The Changing Places toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, within the key stage 2 area.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Abbotts Drive.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 225cm (width) x 475cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 130cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 6m from the main entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp or slope and manual doors.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for staff and Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Access Point (Car Park Gate Entrance)

• This access point is located at the rear of the car park, before the main entrance.
• The access point is not clearly signed.
• Assistance is not available at the access point.
• There is step-free access via slope.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is an intercom at a height of 140cm.
• There is a single manual gate.
• The gate opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 120cm.
• The gate has a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Access Point (Pedestrian Access to Nursery and Early Years Entrance)

• This access point is located on the left hand side of the venue, on Abbots Drive.
• The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
• The access point is not clearly signed.
• Assistance is not available at the access point.
• There is step-free access via a very easy slope.
• There is an intercom at a height of 137cm.
• There is a single automatic gate.
• The gate opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 110cm.
• The gate has a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 114cm.
• There is step-free access via a very easy slope as you enter.

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Access Point (Pedestrian Access to Academy Site Key Stage 2)

• This access point is located on the right hand side of the venue, on Abbots Drive.
• The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
• The access point is not clearly signed.
• Assistance is not available at the access point.
• There is step-free level access.
• There is an intercom at a height of 140cm.
• There is a single automatic gate.
• The gate opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 114cm.
• The gate has a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 114cm.
• There is step-free access via a very easy slope as you enter.

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Entrance (Main Entrance)

• This entrance is located at the front of the venue.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
• The door opens towards you.
• There is a push pad at a height of 100cm.
• The width of the opening is 100cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 102cm.

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Entrance (Nursery)

• This entrance is located on the left hand side of the venue.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a steep gradient.
• The ramp is over 150cm wide with a handrail on the left going up.
• There is a single manual gate at this entrance.
• The gate opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 96cm.
• The gate has a low visual contrast.
• There is a second single manual door.
• The second door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 90cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (Early Years)

• This entrance is located on the left hand side of the venue.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is an intercom at a height of 140cm.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 97cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (Key Stage 2)

• This entrance is located on the right hand side of the venue.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked or bolted.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 75cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.

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Reception

• The reception is located to the right from the main entrance.
• The distance from the main entrance is 2m.
• There is step-free level access to the reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 107cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• The reception has windows and glazed screens.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 120cm to 142cm from the floor.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and sofas.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the areas between key stage 1 and key stage 2.
• The following areas have stepped access: the main hall to the key stage 1 area (there are 4 steps and the height of the steps are 16cm) and the Early Years entrance to the early years area (there are 4 steps and the height of the steps are 16cm).
• Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Some signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Lift (Key Stage 2)

• The lift surveyed is located to the right from the key stage 2 entrance.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The distance from the key stage 2 entrance is 2m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The ground and first floors are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The lift door opening width is 89cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 105cm (width) x 150cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
• A key is required to operate this lift.

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Lift (Early Years)

• The lift surveyed is located to the right from the early years entrance.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The distance from the early years entrance is 4m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The lift door has a low visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 90cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 90cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Stairs (Key Stage 2)

• The stairs surveyed are located to the right from the key stage 2 entrance.
• There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
• The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 19 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Changing Places (Key Stage 2 - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located ahead from the key stage 2 entrance.
  • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
  • The distance from the key stage 2 entrance is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
  • The door has a locking handle.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 310cm (width) x 205cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
• Toilet Details View
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 240cm.
  • There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 84cm from the floor.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The changing bench is wall mounted and height adjustable.
  • The length of the changing bench is 180cm.
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses the changing bench and the toilet.
• Shower Details View
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 46cm from the floor.
  • There is a grab rail and a dropdown rail for the shower.
  • The shower grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The shower dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
• Other Facilities View
  • There is a fixed height wash basin.
  • The wash basin is 80cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 93cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
  • A wide paper roll dispenser is not available.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 106cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The facility has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Nursery - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located off the nursery room.
  • The distance from the early years lift is 8m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, a platform lift and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a locking handle.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 150cm (width) x 340cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 96cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 106cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 120cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 145cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 88cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Outdoor Spaces

• The following is available in this area: a playground with play equipment, a grassed play area, sports pitches and sports courts.
• Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, rubber mulch or rubber bark and compact earth.
• There are footpaths throughout.
• The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: there is a steep slope along the main path.
• There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

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• Playground View
  • There is a route around the play equipment which is firm and even, and is at least 150cm wide.
  • The following play experiences are available: rocking, climbing and viewing.