Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Primary School & Nursery in Hartford
Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery has been dedicated to nurturing young minds since 1972, providing a robust educational foundation for children aged 3 to 11. Our two-form entry school combines a rich National Curriculum with innovative teaching methods, delivered by a team of experienced educators committed to unlocking each child's full potential. With a focus on academic excellence, our students consistently achieve results above the national average in reading, writing, and mathematics by the end of Key Stage 2. The school's unique rural setting enhances learning through outdoor education, offering woodland exploration and extensive sports facilities.We foster strong partnerships with families, evidenced by active parental involvement in governance, volunteering, and extracurricular activities. Our state-of-the-art facilities, including newly built Key Stage 2 classrooms and flexible childcare options from 7:30am to 6pm, create an optimal environment for holistic development. The Governing Body ensures strategic oversight to maintain our position as the community's preferred educational institution, while our 'No Outsiders' curriculum promotes inclusivity and respect for diversity.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Programs
After School Club
Breakfast Club
Special Educational Needs Support
Outdoor Learning
Curriculum Enrichment
Parental Engagement Programs
Childcare Services
School Admissions Guidance
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer 48 years of educational expertise with continuous school improvements since 1972
- Our dedicated staff achieve consistently above-average academic results at Key Stage 2
- Unique rural learning environment with woodland areas and extensive sports facilities
- Active parental engagement through volunteering and governance opportunities
- Specialist support for children with special educational needs and disabilities
What people say
Excellent academic results
Dedicated staff
Beautiful rural setting
Strong parental involvement
Excellent SEN support
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education program delivers the National Curriculum through collaborative planning and dedicated teaching. With consistently above-average attainment outcomes, we prepare children aged 5-11 for secondary education through academic instruction combined with character development. The rural setting enhances learning through nature-based activities and extensive outdoor facilities.
Nursery Programs
Our nursery provision offers full-day care from 8:40am-3:20pm with extended hours through breakfast and after-school clubs. Eligible families access 30-hour funded provision while others benefit from 15-hour funded places. The program focuses on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social development through play-based learning in a purpose-designed environment.
After School Club
Our after-school provision operates until 6pm daily, staffed by experienced teaching assistants and play workers. The club provides structured activities and homework support while maintaining strong links with classroom learning. This flexible childcare option accommodates working families while ensuring children's continued development beyond regular school hours.
Special Educational Needs Support
We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs through dedicated resources and specialist staff. Our inclusive approach prioritises individual learning plans while maintaining integration with mainstream classes. The school allocates specific admission priority for children with SEN requirements to ensure appropriate educational provision.
Outdoor Learning
Our rural campus enables extensive outdoor learning opportunities across woodland areas and sports facilities. Children engage in environmental education, team-building activities, and physical development through structured curriculum integration. Residential trips for older pupils include adventure activities like archery and river studies to enhance experiential learning.
People
Mr Simon Kidwell
Principal
Mr Kidwell leads Hartford Manor with 20+ years' experience in primary education leadership. He champions academic excellence while maintaining a strong focus on pastoral care and community engagement. Under his leadership, the school has developed enhanced facilities including new Key Stage 2 classrooms and expanded outdoor learning spaces.
Questions
What are your school's academic achievements?
Our Key Stage 2 results consistently exceed national averages in reading, writing and mathematics, with pupils well-prepared for secondary education.
Do you offer childcare beyond school hours?
Yes, we provide breakfast club from 7:30am and after-school care until 6pm, staffed by experienced educators.
How do you support children with special educational needs?
We offer specialist SEN provision with dedicated resources and individualised learning plans while maintaining integration with mainstream classes.
What outdoor learning opportunities exist?
Our rural campus features woodland areas and sports facilities for outdoor curriculum activities, with residential trips for older pupils.
How can parents get involved?
Parents actively participate through classroom volunteering, Friends of Hartford Manor association, and governance roles.
What early years provision do you offer?
Our nursery provides 30-hour funded places for eligible families, with 15-hour funded options available, operating 8:40am-3:20pm daily.
