Business Details
Your Child's Future Starts Here
Mill Lane Primary School is committed to providing a nurturing educational environment where children develop essential knowledge, skills, and understanding. Our school fosters active participation in society while prioritising student well-being, safety, and academic challenge. As part of BBEST, we collaborate with 20 local schools to enhance support for children and families. Our Ofsted-rated 'good' status (July 2024) reflects our dedication to quality education. We operate 32.5 hours weekly with structured days from 9:00am-3:30pm. Our ethos of 'Learning through hard work, friendship and fun' was co-created with students to ensure an engaging yet rigorous academic experience.Through initiatives like Operation Encompass, we provide critical safeguarding support for vulnerable families. Our curriculum balances core subjects with creative disciplines, preparing students for lifelong success. The school maintains transparent communication channels through office@mill-lane.org.uk and regular policy updates. We welcome parent involvement through Stay and Play sessions, Parent View feedback, and community events. Our staff team combines experienced leadership with dedicated teaching assistants to personalise learning. Physical education, mental health support, and digital literacy form integral parts of our holistic approach.
Services
Primary Education
Safeguarding Support
Special Educational Needs
After School Clubs
Parent Engagement
Highlights and features
- We maintain an Ofsted-rated 'good' standard for educational quality
- Our BBEST partnership provides enhanced resources through 20 local school collaborations
- Operation Encompass membership ensures specialist domestic abuse safeguarding support
- We offer tailored SEN provision with dedicated coordinators and facilities
- Our curriculum balances academic rigor with creative learning experiences
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive education for children aged 4-11 through our structured curriculum. Our approach combines core subjects with creative learning to develop essential skills. Lessons incorporate phonics, mathematics, science, and modern languages while maintaining focus on personal development and social responsibility.
Safeguarding Support
Our Operation Encompass membership provides early intervention for children experiencing domestic abuse. We work with police and education partners to offer specialist support. The school maintains strict safeguarding protocols including Prevent strategy implementation and early support referral systems.
Special Educational Needs
We provide tailored support for pupils with special educational needs through our dedicated SENCO and teaching assistants. Our inclusive approach adapts learning environments and resources to meet individual requirements while maintaining curriculum access standards.
People
Christine Barlow
Headteacher
Christine Barlow leads Mill Lane Primary School with over 20 years' experience in primary education leadership. She champions collaborative learning approaches and community engagement initiatives.
A Wilby
Deputy Headteacher
Mrs Wilby oversees safeguarding operations and SEN provision with specialist expertise in child protection frameworks and educational support strategies.
Questions
What Ofsted rating did Mill Lane Primary receive?
We were rated 'good' following our July 2024 Ofsted inspection.
How does the school support vulnerable families?
Through Operation Encompass partnership with police and specialist safeguarding training.
What curriculum subjects are offered?
We teach core subjects plus art, music, computing, PE, RE, and French.
Are after-school clubs available?
Yes, we offer various after-school activities for different age groups.
