COSTELLO TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE in Hampshire, Basingstoke

Education Centre Information: Costello Technology College:

Establishment Type:Foundation School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Hampshire
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 30/06/2012
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 1074
Number of boys: 571
Number of girls: 503
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Costello Technology College was founded in 1912. Originally it was the Basingstoke High School for girls one of the county's oldest and best-known grammar schools. In the 1970s the school became a mixed comprehensive. Most recently, the school has been designated as Specialist Technology College. The latest improvements in its facilities include a new specialist technology centre, refurbished science laboratories and specialist ICT rooms. The school has a wide range of after-school activities which are offered throughout the year including: exchange visits with Germany, annual ski trip, theatre trips, computer clubs, art gallery trips, paintballing and full range of sporting and musical activities. Every year sees a range of musical and drama events, often involving literally 100 of its students either performing or supporting backstage. The school aims to provide a conductive environment in which initiative and challenge can flourish.