Whitgreave Primary School

At Whitgreave Primary School, we believe that every child is unique and has the potential to shine. Our school is a place where natural curiosity and imagination lead to discovery in learners of all ages. We strive to provide a supportive environment where our pupils can grow and flourish.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of services and facilities to support the learning and development of our pupils. These include:

Learning is for Everyone

We believe that learning is for everyone, regardless of ability or background. Our teachers are dedicated to providing a high-quality education that caters to the needs of all our pupils.

Learning Reviews

We regularly review our teaching and learning to ensure that we are always improving and providing the best possible education for our pupils.

Learning Together

We believe that learning is a journey that everyone should take together. Our pupils are encouraged to learn from each other and develop their skills and knowledge in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Journals

Our pupils keep journals to record their thoughts, ideas, and achievements. This helps them to reflect on their learning and develop their writing skills.

Facilities

Our school is equipped with modern facilities that provide a comfortable and stimulating learning environment. These include computer suite, library, playground, and sports field.

Behaviour

We believe that good behaviour is essential for a positive and productive learning environment. Our Behaviour Policy outlines our expectations for behaviour and the consequences for not meeting those expectations.

Staff

Our teachers and support staff are dedicated to providing a high-quality education for our pupils. They are experienced, qualified, and passionate about teaching and learning.

Whitgreave Radio

We have a radio station that is run by our pupils. They produce their own programs, news, and interviews, which helps to develop their communication and teamwork skills.

Attendance

We believe that regular attendance is essential for a successful education. Our attendance policy outlines our expectations for attendance and the consequences for not meeting those expectations.

Ambassadors

Our pupils are encouraged to become ambassadors for our school. This involves representing the school in various events and activities, which helps to develop their communication and leadership skills.

Pupil Voice

We believe that it is essential for our pupils to have a voice in the decision-making process. Our Pupil Voice group meets regularly to discuss issues and make decisions that affect our school.

Eco Warriors

We believe that it is essential for our pupils to develop a sense of responsibility for the environment. Our Eco Warriors group works to reduce waste, conserve energy, and promote recycling.

Junior Leadership Team

Our Junior Leadership Team is made up of children from across the school. They work closely with the Head Teacher and other Strategic Leaders to support the monitoring of teaching and learning.

Science Ambassadors

Our Science Ambassadors are a group of pupils who are passionate about science. They attend science events, participate in science competitions, and share their enthusiasm for science with their peers.

Cyber Cops

Our Cyber Cops are a group of pupils who are trained to stay safe online. They promote online safety and provide guidance to their peers on how to stay safe online.

Lunchtime Buddies

Our Lunchtime Buddies are a group of pupils who are assigned a buddy from another year group. This helps to develop their social skills and build friendships.

Health & Safety Reps

Our Health & Safety Reps are a group of pupils who are responsible for ensuring that our school is a safe and healthy environment. They monitor our school's health and safety and provide guidance on how to maintain a safe and healthy environment.

EYFS Clubs

We offer a range of extra-curricular clubs for our Early Years pupils, including art, sport, and music. These clubs help to develop their skills and knowledge in a fun and engaging way.

Parents/Carers

We believe that it is essential for our parents and carers to be involved in our school. We have regular parent-teacher conferences, which provide an opportunity for us to discuss our pupils' progress and set targets for improvement.

Home Schooling

We believe that every parent has the right to choose their child's education. We offer home schooling provision for pupils who are unable to attend our school.

School Prospectus

Our school prospectus provides an overview of our school's aims, values, and policies. It outlines our curriculum, facilities, and extra-curricular activities.

School Meals

We believe that mealtime is an important part of our school day. We offer a range of healthy and tasty meals that cater to the dietary needs of all our pupils.

Healthy Choices

We believe that healthy eating is essential for a healthy and productive learning environment. Our catering team prepares healthy and tasty meals that cater to the dietary needs of all our pupils.

Uniforms

We have a uniform policy that outlines our expectations for dress and appearance. Our pupils are encouraged to wear our school uniform, which helps to develop a sense of identity and belonging.

Term Times

Our term times outline our school's opening hours and holidays. Our pupils are expected to attend school during term time, except in exceptional circumstances.

Admissions

We believe that every child deserves an education. Our admissions policy outlines our expectations for admissions and the procedures for applying to our school.

Dyslexia Information

We believe that every child learns differently. Our dyslexia information outlines our support for pupils with dyslexia and our strategies for supporting their learning.

Dyslexia Videos

We have videos and resources available to support our pupils with dyslexia. These provide guidance on how to support their learning and overcome challenges.

Communication

We believe that effective communication is essential for a successful education. Our communication policy outlines our expectations for communication and the procedures for reporting concerns.

Help & Support

We believe that every child has the right to support and guidance. Our help and support policy outlines our expectations for providing support and guidance to our pupils.

Safeguarding Information

We believe that every child has the right to be safe and protected. Our safeguarding policy outlines our expectations for safeguarding and the procedures for reporting concerns.

Acronyms and Definitions

We provide a glossary of acronyms and definitions that explain the policies, procedures, and terminology used in our school.

Curriculum

Our curriculum outlines our school's curriculum and the subjects that we teach. Our curriculum is designed to provide a broad and balanced education that prepares our pupils for life beyond school.

Read Write Inc. Phonics

We use the Read Write Inc. phonics program to teach reading and writing. This program provides a structured and systematic approach to teaching phonics.

Trips & Visitors

We believe that learning is an adventure. We organize trips and visits to provide our pupils with new experiences and learning opportunities.

Results & Progress

We believe that every pupil deserves to succeed. Our results and progress policy outlines our expectations for pupil progress and the procedures for reporting results.

Ofsted

We believe that inspection and evaluation are essential for continuous improvement. Our Ofsted report outlines our latest inspection report and the procedures for inspecting our school.

Governor Information

We believe that governance is essential for effective leadership. Our governor information outlines our governance structure, governor roles, and the procedures for communicating with governors.

Policies & Procedures

We believe that policies and procedures are essential for a well-organized and effective school. Our policies and procedures outline our expectations for behavior, attendance, and other aspects of school life.

SEND Awards

We believe that every pupil deserves an education that meets their needs. Our SEND awards outline our awards for outstanding support and provision for pupils with special educational needs.

Vacancies

We believe that every teacher deserves a fair and transparent recruitment process. Our vacancies outline our job descriptions, person specifications, and application procedures.

Curriculum Links

We believe that learning is a journey that is continuous and interconnected. Our curriculum links outline the connections between our subjects and the ways in which our curriculum is designed to promote learning.