Head Teacher
On behalf of all at St John's CE(VA) Primary School, may I offer you and your child(ren) a very warm welcome. At St John's we fervently believe in an active working partnership between home and school and we endeavour to develop excellent pupil, parent, teacher and staff relationships in order to promote the development of the individual. The school has a broad, balanced and rich curriculum, where all aspects are valued for their contribution towards the development of a child's understanding and enjoyment of life and of God's world. There is emphasis placed on English and mathematical skills and the use of information communications technology, as proficiency in these areas is a major key to unlocking learning and opportunities in all areas of life. The school understands the difference excellent and challenging teaching can make and staff are supported by continuous professional development in order to attain very high standards. We judge that it is important that children are safe, happy, excited and engaged at school in order for them to be able to succeed with confidence. Our learning environment is shaped by an understanding of what children can achieve and by delivering teaching and learning opportunities that meet individual needs. By developing skills and celebrating achievements, we aim to help our children foster self-esteem and grow into confident and understanding young people. At St John's our ethos is very much based on Christian values: honesty, courtesy, fairness, openness, sensitivity, respect for integrity, the dignity and needs of pupils, individual worth, uniqueness, justice, equity, mutual care, concern, forgiveness and reconciliation are all expressed in the school's daily practices. We encourage all relationships to be founded on these principles. We value our position at the heart of the local community and we actively participate in activities which develop community relationships. We are both distinctive and inclusive. We hope that you will find the information contained in the school prospectus helpful. It is by design a brief summary of our school and we would be happy for you to contact us for further information on any area. Other information can be found on the school’s website and for members of the school, the Virtual Learning Environment. Amongst the school’s many achievements we are delighted to Amongst the school’s many achievements we are delighted to hold the Charter Mark for Excellence in Public Service and we encourage you to please let us know about anything you are concerned or worried about. We really would prefer to discuss it with you. We love to hear good news as well ! We look forward to receiving your child(ren) into school. Mrs S E Garbutt Headteacher
A copy of the school prospectus is available from the main office or by ringing 01484 713036. "Your school is outstanding. That means you are one of the best in the country. You make excellent progress and reach standards that are well above average for children nationally. Your behaviour is impeccable and your attendance is impressive. " (Ofsted 2008)
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