Gladesmore Community School

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Gladesmore Community School is a mixed-gender, comprehensive secondary school in Tottenham, London. The school's specialisms include Gifted and Talented, Mathematics and Computing, and Applied Learning.HistoryGladesmore combines a number of previous schools in the vicinity:Crowland Road School opened in 1911 and became Crowland Secondary Modern in 1946.The Crowland School buildings then became part of the new Markfield Secondary Modern, which was founded in 1956.Drayton School then replaced Markfield School, opening in Gladesmore Road in 1967.Gladesmore was a poor school in the 1970s-90s, but when Tony Hartney became Headteacher in 1999, the school was transformed from Poor to Outstanding, receiving extremely positive reviews from Ofsted, it is rated as exemplary gaining 3 consecutive judgements of outstanding in all categories. In 2006, Mr Hartney was appointed a CBE for his work at the school.Gladesmore received the Queen's Award for Service on 29 June 2011.PrefecturePupils may apply to become a prefect in year 10, stating their qualities and suitability. In year 11, a head boy and head girl are appointed, along with a deputy for each. Students may vote for a boy and a girl in their year to become a part of the School Council. Gladesmore embraces the rich diversity of its community and plays a strong role in promoting improvements. The ethos of the school is extremely positive, friendly and uplifting. students and staff relate very well to each other and enjoy a 'family' atmosphere.Value LifeIn 2003, Gladesmore students founded the Value Life campaign, aiming to teach students how to stay safe and make the most of their life. It tackles gun and knife crime. This evolved into a series of large events, such as a carnival, a march, a music video and a short film.Value Life was supported by many officials, such as Queen Elizabeth II, Boris Johnson & David Cameron. The campaign won the Philip Lawrence Award in 2008.