Business Details
Kelvin Grove Primary School - Nurturing Bright Futures Together
At Kelvin Grove Primary School, we prioritise a holistic approach to education, addressing the diverse needs of every child. Our culturally rich and fully inclusive environment fosters academic excellence while nurturing personal growth. With a focus on 'Achieving Success Together', we collaborate closely with parents, carers, and the community to create a supportive framework for learning. Our dedicated team ensures that each child enjoys a stimulating educational experience tailored to unlock their full potential. By embedding values such as compassion, perseverance, and respect, we prepare our pupils to become confident, responsible members of society. 
Services
Primary Education
Early Years Foundation Stage
Special Educational Needs Support
After School Clubs
National Curriculum Programs
Highlights and features
- We provide a holistic education tailored to individual learning needs.
- Our school fosters cultural diversity and full inclusivity.
- We maintain strong partnerships with parents and the local community.
- Our curriculum balances academic rigor with creative exploration.
- We emphasize core values like respect, compassion, and perseverance.
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programs deliver a comprehensive curriculum aligned with the National Curriculum (2014). We focus on core subjects like English, mathematics, and science while fostering creativity through arts and physical education. Our approach balances structured learning with investigative exploration, ensuring pupils develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The curriculum is designed to be knowledge-rich yet adaptable to individual learning styles.
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
Tailored for nursery and reception children, our Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum emphasizes play-based learning. We develop communication skills through storytelling and role play, motor skills via physical activities, and social-emotional growth through collaborative tasks. Using programs like Read Write Inc Phonics, we create stimulating environments where children explore, express themselves, and build confidence through hands-on experiences.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our Special Educational Needs Support services provide personalized learning strategies for children with diverse abilities. We work closely with families to create individualized education plans that address specific learning challenges while maintaining inclusion within mainstream classes. Our trained staff use adaptive teaching methods and specialized resources to ensure all pupils achieve their academic and personal development goals within a supportive environment.
After School Clubs
Kelvin Grove Primary School offers a range of after-school clubs that extend learning beyond regular school hours. These clubs provide opportunities for pupils to explore interests in sports, arts, music, and technology while developing social skills and creativity. Activities are designed to complement the formal curriculum while offering fun, informal learning experiences that reinforce academic concepts in practical contexts.
National Curriculum Programs
We deliver comprehensive National Curriculum programs covering subjects including mathematics, science, computing, and humanities. Our subject-specific teaching follows statutory requirements while incorporating innovative instructional methods. Year 1 classes receive structured lessons in English, mathematics, and science, with content delivered through cross-disciplinary projects that enhance knowledge retention and foster connections between different areas of learning.
People
Mrs J Thompson
Head Teacher
Mrs Thompson leads Kelvin Grove Primary School with a commitment to holistic education. She prioritizes inclusive learning environments where every child achieves their potential through academic excellence and personal growth within a supportive community.
Mr I Mearns
Chair of Governors
Mr Mearns provides strategic leadership as Chair of Governors, ensuring the school maintains educational standards while fostering strong community connections. He oversees policy development and governance structures to support the school's vision and values.
Mr C Ytreoy
Office Staff
Mr Ytreoy contributes to the smooth operation of school administration. His responsibilities include supporting daily school functions, managing paperwork, and ensuring effective communication between staff, parents, and external partners.
Mrs K Beacom
Office Staff
Mrs Beacom provides essential administrative support within the school office. She assists with student records, parent inquiries, and organizational tasks that maintain the school's efficient day-to-day operations.
Mr Hutton
Curriculum Lead
Mr Hutton leads curriculum development at Kelvin Grove, designing educational programs that stimulate curiosity and promote knowledge acquisition. He works closely with subject coordinators to ensure high-quality teaching and continuous improvement in learning outcomes.
Questions
What curriculum does Kelvin Grove Primary follow?
We follow the National Curriculum (2014) for Key Stages 1 and 2, alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for nursery and reception children.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our SEND provision includes personalized learning plans, specialized resources, and trained staff who ensure inclusive education tailored to individual requirements while maintaining academic standards.
Are there after-school activities available?
Yes, we offer various after-school clubs focusing on sports, arts, music, and technology to extend learning opportunities and develop pupils' diverse interests.
How does the school engage with parents?
We maintain strong partnerships through regular communication, curriculum updates, parent-teacher meetings, and opportunities for family participation in school activities.
What learning values does the school emphasize?
We instill values including aspiration, community, compassion, enjoyment, perseverance, positivity, and respect to develop well-rounded individuals prepared for future challenges.
Reviews (3)
Emmanuel Mulenga
Apr 08, 2020
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Great school. The teachers and support staff are awesome. My children love their school and it brings the best out of them.
Lucy Stephenson
Mar 17, 2020
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I've been in this school for several months my 4 daughters in years 6 in year 3 in reception and nursery and there's not a bad thing said my daughter's enjoy going here there excited about what's going on daily and the teachers have amazing way of teaching my children love reading more so then usual and enjoy spellings and times tables they've not got a bad thing to say about there teachers CONSTANTLY coming home with rewards and achievements which they've achieved in there classroom xx thanks Kelvin Grove x
John Hodgson
Nov 28, 2018
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I went there 26 years ago and now my 2 adorable children attend there and they love it , great school , fantastic teachers x
