Birchwood C Of E Primary School

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Birchwood C of E Primary School. I am honoured to serve as the Headteacher of this esteemed institution, and I am excited to be part of the journeys of the children who will pass through our doors. I am fortunate to work with a team of dedicated and creative staff who are committed to providing the best possible education and experiences for our students.

At Birchwood C of E, we focus on delivering expert teaching and modelling of our core school values. We believe that by developing these values, we can help create well-rounded, kind, considerate, and respectful children who continually amaze us. Our school has a unique and special atmosphere, and I encourage prospective parents to visit us and experience it for themselves.

Our Services: Providing a Holistic Education

At Birchwood C of E, we offer a broad and balanced curriculum that is designed to meet the needs of all our students. Our curriculum is underpinned by our core values of courageous advocacy, liturgical calendar, worship themes and values, respect, trust, friendship, perseverance, and hope. We believe that education is not just about academic achievement, but also about developing the whole child.

In addition to our academic curriculum, we offer a range of extracurricular activities, including sports clubs, music groups, and drama clubs. We also have strong links with our local church and community, and we provide opportunities for our students to engage in community service and social action.

Our Religious Education (RE) curriculum is designed to promote religious literacy and understanding. We follow the Warrington Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education, and we teach our students about a range of religions and beliefs. Our RE curriculum is designed to promote respect, understanding, and tolerance of different religions and beliefs.

Our Staff: A Dedicated Team

Our staff are our greatest asset. They are a team of dedicated and creative professionals who are committed to providing the best possible education and experiences for our students. Our teachers are experts in their fields, and they are constantly updating their knowledge and skills to ensure that they are at the forefront of educational practice.

Our support staff are also vital to the success of our school. They provide a range of services, including administration, catering, cleaning, and maintenance. They are dedicated to ensuring that our school runs smoothly and that our students have a safe and comfortable learning environment.

Our Values: The Heart of Our School

Our values are at the heart of everything we do at Birchwood C of E. We believe that by developing our core values, we can help create well-rounded, kind, considerate, and respectful children. Our values are:

• Courageous advocacy: We encourage our students to speak out for what they believe in and to stand up for justice and fairness.
• Liturgical calendar: We follow the church year and use it as a framework for our worship and religious education.
• Worship themes and values: We explore a range of themes and values through our worship and religious education.
• Respect: We show respect for ourselves, each other, and the world around us.
• Trust: We build trust through honesty, integrity, and transparency.
• Friendship: We build positive relationships based on kindness, consideration, and empathy.
• Perseverance: We persevere in the face of challenges and setbacks.
• Hope: We have hope for the future and believe that we can make a positive difference in the world.

Our Vision: Learning Together, Through Faith, Fun, and Friendship

Our vision is to create a learning community where everyone can flourish. We believe that learning should be a joyful and fulfilling experience, and we strive to create a positive and supportive learning environment. We believe that faith, fun, and friendship are essential ingredients in the learning process, and we aim to provide opportunities for our students to develop their faith, have fun, and build positive relationships.