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Your Child's First Steps to Excellence in Northampton
Roade Primary School is a welcoming and nurturing institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence and personal growth. With high expectations for all pupils, we prepare children for their next educational stage in an environment where they feel safe and valued. Our Ofsted-rated provision prioritises children's academic achievement and personal development, supported by a team of dedicated staff who cultivate a learning ethos that encourages lifelong curiosity. We focus on raising aspirations through a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with emotional and social development.Our history curriculum, for instance, develops critical thinking by exploring past societies and their impact on modern multicultural Britain. Through continuous provision in EYFS and structured weekly lessons in Key Stages 1-2, we ensure chronological understanding and historical analysis. The school's commitment to transparency is evident in our publicly available policies, GDPR compliance, and regular parent communications via newsletters and surveys.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Provision
Admissions
Curriculum Development
Safeguarding
Parental Support
Highlights and features
- We maintain high academic achievement standards with Ofsted-rated safeguarding
- Our dedicated staff provide personalized learning environments for every child
- We offer continuous historical education from EYFS through Key Stage 2
- Our curriculum develops critical thinking through chronological understanding
- We provide transparent governance with accessible GDPR and policy documents
What people say
Nurturing environment
Strong academic focus
Children feel safe
Dedicated staff
Excellent personal development
Services
Primary Education
Roade Primary School delivers comprehensive education for children aged 4-11, following the national curriculum. Our approach combines academic rigor with emotional development, ensuring pupils achieve their full potential. Dedicated teachers create engaging learning environments that foster curiosity and critical thinking.
Nursery Provision
Our nursery offers a nurturing environment for children starting their educational journey. With a focus on play-based learning, we support early development through exploration and structured activities. The new 2025 nursery provides modern facilities for foundational learning and social skills development.
History Curriculum
The history curriculum develops chronological understanding and critical analysis skills. Children explore significant historical events and figures through investigative learning. Our approach includes six thematic threads that connect past developments to modern multicultural Britain.
Admissions
We provide clear admission processes for all year groups, including new nursery applications. Our transparent system ensures fair access to school places with comprehensive guidance for parents. Detailed admission policies are publicly available on our website.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding remains our top priority with Ofsted-rated effective practices. We maintain rigorous child protection policies and trained staff to ensure pupil safety. Regular safeguarding updates and family support services are integral to our protective framework.
Questions
How do I apply for a nursery place at Roade Primary?
Applications for our 2025 nursery are open via our website. Download the prospectus and complete the online application form for children aged 3-4 years.
What makes Roade's history curriculum unique?
Our history curriculum uses six thematic threads to connect past events with modern multicultural Britain, developing critical analysis through chronological understanding and source evaluation.
How does the school support pupil personal development?
We combine academic learning with emotional literacy support, school council participation, and transition programs to develop well-rounded individuals.
What are the school's safeguarding procedures?
We maintain Ofsted-rated safeguarding practices with trained staff, clear policies, and family support workers to ensure child protection across all year groups.
How can parents stay informed about school activities?
Regular newsletters, parent surveys, and website updates keep families informed. We also host nursery events and maintain open communication channels through our contact form.
Reviews (1)
Ben Hulk Tew
Jun 09, 2017
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All my children attend this school great teachers and my children have came along way since attending this school
