Business Details
St Wilfrid's C.E. Primary School - Nurturing Excellence in Primary Education
St Wilfrid's C.E. Primary School is a nurturing educational institution rooted in Christian values, dedicated to fostering academic excellence and personal growth for every child. Our curriculum is meticulously designed to develop well-rounded individuals through a balanced approach that combines core academic subjects with spiritual, moral, and physical development. With a strong emphasis on individualised learning, we utilise targeted teaching methods such as Read Write Inc. phonics and mastery maths to address diverse learning needs. Our school community prioritises wellbeing, mutual respect, and democratic principles, creating an environment where children thrive academically and personally. Through partnerships with families and continuous adaptation to community needs, we provide extended services like before-and-after-school clubs.Our commitment to safeguarding and professional excellence is evidenced by regular Ofsted evaluations and adherence to national curriculum standards. We cultivate leadership opportunities for pupils through roles like library monitors and team point assemblies, while maintaining high behavioural expectations. Our two-week timetable ensures comprehensive coverage of all national curriculum subjects, with cross-curricular links reinforcing 'sticky knowledge' retention. Physical education, creative arts, and extracurricular activities form integral parts of our holistic educational approach.
Services
Primary Education
Special Educational Needs Support
After-School Clubs
Admissions Services
Safeguarding Programmes
Highlights and features
- We deliver a Christian-values-based curriculum with outstanding safeguarding standards
- Our teaching approach combines mastery learning with individualised support strategies
- We maintain strong community partnerships and parental engagement programmes
- Our two-week timetable ensures full national curriculum coverage with cross-curricular links
- We provide specialist SEN support and inclusive educational practices
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Nurturing environment
Strong Christian values
Dedicated staff
Good pupil progress
Comprehensive curriculum
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme delivers the national curriculum through a Christian-values framework, focusing on academic excellence and personal development. We employ mastery learning techniques and individualised support strategies to address diverse learning needs. The two-week timetable ensures comprehensive subject coverage while maintaining high standards in literacy, numeracy, and creative arts education.
Special Educational Needs Support
We provide tailored educational support for children with special needs through our dedicated SENCO and specialist programmes. Our inclusive approach combines precision teaching with mainstream classroom integration, ensuring all pupils receive appropriate learning challenges and support structures to maximise their potential.
After-School Clubs
Our extended learning programme offers before and after-school clubs focusing on sports, creative arts, and academic enrichment. These activities complement the curriculum while providing safe, supervised environments for children's social and physical development beyond regular school hours.
Admissions Services
We provide clear admissions guidance and support for prospective families, including information about our Christian ethos, application processes, and school community integration. Our admissions policy ensures fair access while maintaining our distinctive educational character.
Safeguarding Programmes
Our comprehensive safeguarding framework protects pupils' welfare through trained staff, established procedures, and community partnerships. We maintain rigorous child protection policies and promote wellbeing through daily collective worship and mental health awareness initiatives.
People
Mrs S Brereton
Headteacher
Mrs Brereton leads our school with a vision for Christian education that combines academic excellence with personal development. She oversees curriculum implementation and staff development while maintaining strong community connections.
Mrs Julie Hallett
Business Manager
Mrs Hallett manages school operations and financial administration, ensuring effective resource allocation to support educational priorities. She serves as main contact for school administration and parental inquiries.
Miss K Newton
SENCO
Miss Newton leads our special educational needs provision, developing tailored support programmes and coordinating specialist interventions to ensure inclusive education for all pupils.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We educate children aged 4-11 years across Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stages 1 and 2.
Do you offer special educational needs support?
Yes, we provide specialist SEN support with a dedicated SENCO and tailored learning programmes.
What curriculum do you follow?
Our curriculum follows national guidelines with enhanced Christian values and cross-curricular learning links.
Are after-school clubs available?
We offer before and after-school clubs with sports, creative, and academic enrichment activities.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain regular communication through newsletters, parent-teacher meetings, and home-school learning partnerships.
