Business Details
Maindee Primary School: Nurturing Excellence in Newport
Maindee Primary School is a vibrant educational institution located in Newport, dedicated to fostering a harmonious environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our school motto, Living and Learning in Harmony, reflects our commitment to creating a supportive community that celebrates diversity, with over 40 home languages represented among our pupils. We prioritise equity, excitement, and excellence in education, utilising real-life learning experiences and pupil-led approaches to engage young minds. Our dedicated team believes strong relationships form the foundation for effective teaching and learning, ensuring children develop positive attitudes that last a lifetime. As a forward-thinking school, we embrace modern technology and techniques to deliver a 21st-century education that helps every pupil reach their full potential.Regular updates from pupils themselves showcase our achievements and the dynamic nature of our learning environment. With a focus on community collaboration, we work closely with parents and carers to provide a quality education rooted in decades of experience. Our recent Estyn inspection report highlights our strengths in delivering a well-rounded curriculum that addresses both academic and personal development. Through initiatives like the School of Sanctuary and Peace Mala, we cultivate global awareness and empathy. Our virtual prospectus, created in partnership with university film students, offers an innovative glimpse into daily school life. We remain committed to transparency and accessibility, ensuring parents find all essential information through our regularly updated website.
Services
Primary Education
After School Clubs
ALN Support
School Meals
Term Dates
Attendance Support
Digital Learning
Wellbeing Services
Highlights and features
- We celebrate cultural diversity with over 40 home languages represented
- Our pupil-led learning approach creates engaging educational experiences
- We maintain strong relationships between staff, pupils and families
- We integrate modern technology with traditional teaching methods
- Our community-focused ethos develops global awareness and empathy
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11, following the Welsh curriculum. Our teaching focuses on developing core skills in literacy, numeracy and digital competence while fostering creativity and critical thinking. Through thematic learning approaches, we connect subjects to real-world contexts, making education meaningful and engaging for young learners.
After School Clubs
Our extracurricular programme offers diverse activities from sports and arts to STEM projects. These clubs extend learning beyond the classroom, developing social skills and new interests. Sessions are led by qualified staff and community partners, ensuring safe, structured environments where children can explore passions and build confidence through practical experiences.
ALN Support
We provide tailored support for pupils with Additional Learning Needs through our inclusive education framework. Our ALNCo works with teachers and external specialists to create individualised learning plans. This includes sensory resources, speech therapy sessions and differentiated classroom materials to ensure all children access the curriculum effectively.
School Meals
Our nutritionally balanced meals meet Welsh Government standards, offering varied menus with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. We accommodate dietary requirements while teaching healthy eating habits. The dining environment promotes social development, with staff encouraging positive mealtime experiences that support children's physical and emotional wellbeing.
Digital Learning
We integrate technology throughout our curriculum using interactive whiteboards, tablets and coding resources. Pupils develop digital citizenship skills while creating multimedia projects. Our HWB platform provides home access to learning tools, enabling seamless transitions between school and home study while maintaining strict online safety protocols.
People
Mrs J Cueto
Headteacher
Mrs Cueto leads Maindee Primary with over 15 years' experience in primary education. She champions inclusive learning practices and community engagement, maintaining strong links with local organisations. Her leadership focuses on staff development and pupil wellbeing.
Aftab Ali
Chair of Governors
Aftab Ali oversees governance with a commitment to educational excellence. He works closely with school leaders to ensure strategic development while maintaining community representation. His background in public service informs governance decisions focused on long-term institutional improvement.
Questions
What makes Maindee Primary unique?
Our school celebrates cultural diversity with over 40 languages spoken, combining this richness with innovative teaching methods and strong community partnerships.
How do you support pupil wellbeing?
We integrate wellbeing into daily learning through mindfulness activities, peer support programmes and access to specialist counsellors when needed.
What after-school provision exists?
We offer varied clubs including sports, arts and STEM activities, operating Monday-Friday until 17:30 during term time.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain regular communication through digital platforms, parent workshops and family learning events to support home-school collaboration.
What SEN support do you provide?
Our ALNCo coordinates individualised support plans, sensory resources and specialist equipment to meet diverse learning needs across all year groups.
How do you use technology in teaching?
We incorporate tablets, interactive whiteboards and online learning platforms to enhance digital skills while maintaining traditional teaching fundamentals.
