Business Details
Welcome to Ferham Primary School
At Ferham Primary School, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment where children aged 3-11 thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our curriculum is designed to challenge and support pupils at every stage, with a strong emphasis on reading and a love of learning. We believe in the power of community partnerships to enrich education, evidenced by our collaborations with local organisations to provide career insights and family support services.Our experienced staff team, led by Mrs Fenton, prioritises safeguarding and child welfare while maintaining high academic standards. Through initiatives like the Mini Police Scheme and community cafs, we foster confidence, respect, and active participation in society. Our commitment to continuous improvement has transformed the school into a welcoming space where children demonstrate improved behaviour, engagement, and enthusiasm for learning.
Services
Early Years Foundation Stage
Curriculum Subjects
Safeguarding Team
SEND Support
Community Partnerships
Enrichment Activities
Highlights and features
- We have specialist teachers for all curriculum areas including phonics, music and physical education
- Our school partners with local agencies to provide family support services on site
- We maintain rigorous safeguarding standards with trained designated staff
- Our curriculum includes enrichment activities like the Mini Police Scheme
- We have a dedicated SEN support team with specialist teaching assistants
What people say
Dedicated staff team
Improved pupil behaviour
Strong community engagement
Effective safeguarding
Focus on reading
Services
Early Years Foundation Stage
Our Early Years Foundation Stage caters for children aged 2-5 with specialist teaching and care. The program focuses on developing literacy, numeracy and social skills through play-based learning. Our qualified staff create stimulating environments that prepare children for key stage 1 education.
Curriculum Subjects
We deliver the national curriculum through specialist teaching in art, computing, design technology, languages, geography, history, mathematics, music, PE, PSHE, reading, science and religious education. Our structured approach ensures progression and mastery of key concepts across all subjects.
Safeguarding Team
Our designated safeguarding team provides comprehensive child protection measures. The service includes risk assessment, staff training, and partnership working with external agencies to ensure children's welfare. We maintain clear reporting procedures and family support networks.
SEND Support
Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) support includes specialist teaching assistants, individualised learning plans and access to external therapists. Our SENDCo coordinates provision for children requiring additional support across academic and social development areas.
Community Partnerships
We collaborate with local organisations like MEARS and RUCST to enhance learning opportunities. Partnerships provide career awareness programs, family support services and community-building initiatives that enrich the educational experience for pupils and families.
People
Mrs Fenton
Headteacher & DSL
Mrs Fenton leads Ferham Primary School with a focus on academic excellence and child welfare. She oversees safeguarding procedures and drives continuous improvement across all areas of school operations.
Mrs Bradley
Deputy Headteacher & SENDCo
Mrs Bradley coordinates special educational needs provision while supporting school leadership. She ensures inclusive teaching practices and compliance with SEND regulations across all year groups.
Mr Tomlinson
Pastoral Manager
Mr Tomlinson manages pastoral care and mental health first aid initiatives. He serves as a deputy safeguarding lead, supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and social development.
Mrs Nurse
EYFS Lead
Mrs Nurse oversees early years provision, managing daycare and foundation stage teaching. She develops programs that prepare young children for successful transition to key stage 1 education.
Miss Shillito
KS1 Lead
Miss Shillito leads key stage 1 teaching, focusing on curriculum delivery for 5-7 year olds. She implements strategies to develop literacy and numeracy skills in engaging learning environments.
Questions
What age range does Ferham Primary School cater for?
We accept children aged 3-11 with a dedicated provision for 2-year-olds in our Early Years Foundation Stage.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our SENDCo coordinates specialist support including individualised learning plans, teaching assistants and external therapy access for children requiring additional support.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain rigorous safeguarding standards with three designated leads, staff training programs and partnerships with local protection agencies.
How does the school engage with the community?
Through initiatives like community cafés, local business partnerships and family support services that strengthen school-community connections.
What curriculum subjects are offered?
We teach all national curriculum subjects including art, computing, languages, music, PE, science and religious education with specialist teachers.
