Business Details
Welcome to St Paul's Catholic Primary School
St Paul's Catholic Primary School is a Voluntary Aided institution dedicated to providing a nurturing educational environment rooted in Catholic values. Established to serve children aged 4-11, our school combines academic excellence with spiritual development, as evidenced by Ofsted's recognition of pupils' strong behaviour and well-sequenced curriculum. Our teaching approach incorporates hands-on learning experiences, including topic buzz days, drama visits, and school trips, to spark curiosity and contextual understanding.With a focus on collaborative learning across Key Stages, we implement a two-year curriculum cycle that builds chronological knowledge and revisits key concepts through retrieval activities. Our staff, including specialist teachers and support personnel, work closely with parents and the wider community to create a safe, inclusive environment where faith, hope, and love guide all aspects of school life.
Services
Primary Education
Religious Education
Special Educational Needs Support
After School Clubs
Parent Partnerships
Curriculum Enrichment
Safeguarding Services
Library Services
School Council Program
Transition Support
Highlights and features
- Ofsted-recognised strong pupil behaviour and safe learning environment
- Well-sequenced curriculum building chronological knowledge across key stages
- Specialist teaching in core subjects including computing and history
- Hands-on learning approach with topic buzz days and educational visits
- Strong focus on Catholic values and spiritual development
What people say
Caring and safe environment
Strong pupil behaviour
Well-sequenced curriculum
Effective staff partnerships
Faith-based values focus
Services
Primary Education
We provide comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11, following the National Curriculum with a Catholic ethos. Our two-year cycle curriculum ensures progressive knowledge development across all subjects. Ofsted inspectors have specifically praised our well-sequenced approach in subjects like computing and history.
Religious Education
Our Catholic Life and Mission programme integrates faith development throughout the curriculum. We offer child-led collective worship and whole-school worship sessions that align with our mission statement and British values education.
Special Educational Needs Support
We provide tailored support for pupils with special educational needs, led by our dedicated SENCO. Our inclusive approach ensures all children receive appropriate assistance through individualised learning plans and specialist resources.
After School Clubs
Our extra-curricular programme includes sports, arts, and academic clubs that extend learning beyond the classroom. Recent activities have included Bikeability training and themed discos organised by our Friends of School association.
Parent Partnerships
We maintain strong home-school partnerships through regular communication, parent-teacher meetings, and family learning events. Our open day programme allows prospective parents to experience our welcoming school environment firsthand.
People
Mr P. Bowker
Headteacher
Mr Bowker leads our school with a commitment to Catholic education. He oversees curriculum implementation and staff development, ensuring our educational vision aligns with our faith-based mission.
Mrs D. Gaffey
Deputy Headteacher
Mrs Gaffey supports school leadership and curriculum delivery. She works closely with teaching staff to maintain high educational standards across all key stages.
Miss L. McIntyre
SENCO
Miss McIntyre coordinates our Special Educational Needs provision. She develops individualised support plans and works with teachers to ensure inclusive classroom practices.
Mrs L. Denby
Chair of Academy Council
Mrs Denby leads our governing body, providing strategic oversight and ensuring accountability in all aspects of school governance and policy implementation.
Mr C. Wilkins
Trust Standards Lead
Mr Wilkins supports quality assurance across the multi-academy trust. He provides expertise in curriculum development and school improvement strategies.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We teach children aged 4-11 years, covering Early Years Foundation Stage through to Key Stage 2.
Is religious education compulsory?
As a Catholic school, religious education forms an integral part of our curriculum for all pupils regardless of faith background.
How do you support special educational needs?
Our SENCO coordinates tailored support plans, with specialist resources and staff training to ensure inclusive education for all children.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer a range of after-school clubs including sports, arts, and academic enrichment activities throughout the school year.
How can parents get involved?
Parents can participate through our Friends of School association, volunteer programmes, and regular family engagement events.
What are your safeguarding procedures?
We follow strict child protection policies with staff training, secure premises, and immediate reporting procedures for any safeguarding concerns.
Reviews (1)
Andrew Marsay
Jul 04, 2019
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Although dated (I was there from 1958-1963!!) everything that I have done in my life since then has been helped by the excellent educational foundations laid at St Pauls. And, although my theology is now based more on the Bible directly rather than just religion, I still thank God for the faithful guidance this school provided me and my brother's and sisters.
2,4,6,8 - who do we appreciate?
St Paul's!
2,4,6,8 - who do we appreciate?
St Paul's!
