Business Details
Welcome to Bilston Church of England Primary School
We are a proud Church of England primary school dedicated to nurturing academic excellence and personal growth within a Christian ethos. Our institution combines strong educational values with a commitment to fostering respect, community engagement, and spiritual development. Through our Christian beliefs, we strive to create an environment where every child flourishes academically and personally. Our team of experienced educators delivers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet diverse learning needs. We maintain strong partnerships with families and the local community to support holistic development.Recognised for our welcoming atmosphere, we encourage visits from prospective families seeking a values-driven education. Our achievements reflect our dedication to high standards in both teaching and pastoral care. We actively promote British values while embedding Christian principles in all aspects of school life. Our facilities and programmes are designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning. We welcome inquiries about our admissions process and school community.
Services
Primary Education
SEND Support
School Admissions
Safeguarding
Curriculum Information
Highlights and features
- We integrate Christian values with national curriculum standards
- Our SENDCO provides specialist educational support
- We maintain strong Ofsted-rated safeguarding practices
- Our staff team includes experienced senior leadership
- We offer family support services through dedicated coordinators
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11, following the national curriculum with Christian values integration. Our experienced teachers create engaging lesson plans tailored to different learning styles. The programme develops core academic skills while nurturing personal growth and social responsibility.
SEND Support
Our specialist SENCO provides tailored support for children with special educational needs and disabilities. We implement individualised education plans while maintaining full curriculum access. Regular progress assessments ensure appropriate development pathways for every learner.
School Admissions
We manage admissions for new pupils through transparent processes aligned with local authority guidelines. Our team provides guidance for parents navigating the application system. Priority criteria follow established faith-based and catchment area regulations.
Safeguarding
Our designated safeguarding leads implement rigorous child protection protocols meeting statutory requirements. Regular staff training ensures prompt identification and response to safeguarding concerns. We maintain close partnerships with local authorities and support agencies.
Curriculum Information
We provide detailed curriculum overviews for each academic year, covering all national curriculum subjects. Our approach combines traditional teaching methods with innovative learning technologies. Parents receive regular updates about curriculum content and assessment criteria.
People
Mr Gary Gentle
Head Teacher
Mr Gentle leads our school with over 15 years' experience in primary education leadership. He champions Christian values integration with modern teaching practices. His vision focuses on academic excellence and holistic child development.
Mrs L Boden
SENDCO
Mrs Boden oversees special educational needs provision with specialist qualifications in learning support. She develops individualised education plans for children requiring additional assistance. Her expertise ensures inclusive classroom environments.
Mrs Stephanie Wootton
Pastoral Manager
Mrs Wootton coordinates pastoral care services, supporting children's emotional and social development. She manages family support programmes and liaises with external agencies. Her approach prioritises student wellbeing alongside academic progress.
Mrs L Hubble
Office Manager
Mrs Hubble oversees administrative operations, ensuring smooth daily school functioning. She manages communication between staff, parents, and external partners. Her organisational skills maintain efficient school management systems.
Mrs C Farnsworth
Attendance Officer
Mrs Farnsworth monitors pupil attendance and engagement, implementing strategies to improve participation rates. She works closely with families to address attendance barriers. Her efforts maintain our consistently high attendance records.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We educate children aged 4-11 years across our primary school phases.
Is religious education compulsory?
As a Church of England school, we teach Christianity as part of our curriculum while respecting all faiths.
How do I apply for a school place?
Contact our office for admissions guidance or visit our School Admissions webpage.
Do you offer after-school care?
We provide childcare through our Family Support services until 17:30 daily.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain Ofsted-compliant safeguarding protocols with trained staff and clear reporting procedures.
How can parents get involved?
Join our Friends of Bilston School (FOBS) group or participate in parent-teacher meetings.
Reviews (3)
Elizabeth Brown
Nov 15, 2018
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Lots of bullies and teachers telling children its okay to be bullied. Grandaughter was made to drink milk out of the bin in reception after the school been repeatedly told she doesn't like milk. Rude staff and they lost my other grandaughter who is 4 in the school and then tried to lie to my daugtet about it
Mohamed Almohamed
Nov 04, 2017
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Today is my daughters' first day at school. They came home thrilled and overjoyed. I hope it goes to mix profit with pleasure, education & entertainment.
Rasampreet Khalsa
Jun 09, 2017
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Its really nice school,school staff are very good..I like this school...my daughter study is in this school shes happy about school staff.im Sikh girl and I took Amrit and the school head teacher understood me..Im Rasampreet Kaur
