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Welcome to The Coombes Primary School
The Coombes offers a transformational education rooted in Christian values. Our curriculum, inspired by the parable of the sower (Mark 4:3-8), fosters a love of learning through inclusive, ambitious, and holistic approaches. With unique facilities including a swimming pool, woodlands, and ponds, we provide experiential learning opportunities that extend beyond the national curriculum. Our strong community partnerships enrich extracurricular experiences, while our core values of compassion, perseverance, wisdom, responsibility, forgiveness, and respect guide every aspect of school life. The wellbeing of pupils and staff remains paramount, creating a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. 
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Provision
After-School Club
Breakfast Club
Forest School Programmes
Highlights and features
- We offer a unique curriculum combining academic excellence with Christian values
- Our school features specialist facilities including a swimming pool and woodland areas
- We provide holistic education through forest school experiences and outdoor learning
- Our staff maintain a strong focus on pupil wellbeing and character development
- We foster community partnerships to enhance learning opportunities beyond the classroom
What people say
Nurturing staff
Beautiful setting
Excellent outdoor learning
Strong community feel
Dedicated teachers
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme delivers a broad, inclusive curriculum aligned with Christian values. Children aged 5-11 receive academic instruction while developing character through our core values of compassion, perseverance, wisdom, responsibility, forgiveness and respect. The programme incorporates specialist facilities and outdoor learning experiences.
Nursery Provision
The Orchard Nursery provides early childhood education for children aged 3-5. Our programme combines indoor and outdoor learning in a natural environment, fostering curiosity and foundational skills. Forest school experiences and play-based activities support social, emotional and physical development in preparation for primary education.
After-School Club
Sunflower Club offers after-school care from 3:20pm to 6:00pm. The service includes structured activities, homework support and play opportunities in dedicated spaces. Children receive snacks while participating in supervised activities that extend learning beyond the classroom in a safe, nurturing environment.
Breakfast Club
Sunflower Club's breakfast provision operates from 7:30am to 8:35am. Children receive hot and cold breakfast options before school. Staff ensure timely arrival at classrooms while providing a calm, supervised start to the school day in a supportive environment.
Forest School Programmes
Our forest school initiatives utilise natural surroundings for experiential learning. Children engage in woodland activities that develop resilience, problem-solving skills and environmental awareness. These programmes complement academic instruction through hands-on experiences that reinforce classroom learning in natural settings.
People
Luke Henderson
Head Teacher
Luke Henderson leads The Coombes with a vision for transformational education rooted in Christian values. He champions holistic learning through unique facilities and community partnerships, ensuring every child receives individualised attention in a nurturing environment that prioritises wellbeing.
Katherine Foster
Deputy Head Teacher
Katherine Foster supports the headteacher in delivering high-quality education across key stages. She focuses on curriculum development and staff training, ensuring academic excellence while maintaining the school's Christian ethos and commitment to character development for all pupils.
Jane Pound
Sunflower Club Manager
Jane Pound manages the Sunflower Club wrap-around care provision. She oversees breakfast and after-school services, ensuring safe, engaging environments for children outside regular school hours while coordinating registration and fee administration processes.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We accept children from age 3 in our nursery through to Year 6 (11 years old).
What are your school hours?
School operates 8:35am-3:20pm Monday-Friday during term time.
Do you offer before and after school care?
Yes, our Sunflower Club provides breakfast care from 7:30am and after-school care until 6:00pm.
What special facilities do you have?
We feature a swimming pool, woodlands, ponds, and specialist learning spaces for enhanced experiential education.
How do you support child wellbeing?
Our Christian values and small class sizes create nurturing environment with individualised attention to every child's needs.
Are you accepting new admissions?
Yes, we welcome new families. Please check our website for admissions criteria and registration process.
Reviews (2)
Ac Rn H. D.
Jan 05, 2020
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I used to come to this school for 4 years and maybe the education changed, but I had absolutely no help when I needed it.
Leo Royston Perry
Jul 04, 2018
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Best school I've ever been to, i have such fond memories of this place. Been 5 years but i still look back at how nice it was there!
