Dame Catherine Harpur's School

At Dame Catherine Harpur's School, we pride ourselves on offering a unique and child-centred approach to education. We believe that every child is special and deserves a positive learning experience. Our school is dedicated to providing a stress-free and supportive environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and self-expression.

Our Vision

Our vision is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that encourages children to explore, learn, and grow. We strive to create a sense of community and belonging among our students, teachers, and parents. We believe that every child is unique and deserves to be treated as an individual. Our approach is centered around understanding and supporting each child's strengths, interests, and needs.

Our Values

At Dame Catherine Harpur's School, we value the following principles:

• Child-centredness: we put the child at the heart of everything we do
• Flexibility: we understand that every child learns differently and offer flexible attendance models to meet their individual needs
• Creativity: we encourage creativity, imagination, and self-expression through our engaging and interactive curriculum
• Inclusivity: we welcome children from diverse backgrounds and abilities and strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment
• Personalised learning: we understand that every child learns differently and offer personalized learning experiences to meet their individual needs
• Positive relationships: we believe that positive relationships between teachers, children, and parents are essential for a happy and successful learning experience

Our Services

At Dame Catherine Harpur's School, we offer a range of services designed to support the unique needs of each child. Our services include:

• Part-time attendance models: we offer flexible attendance models that allow children to learn in a way that suits their individual needs
• Home-school sessions: we offer one-to-one or small group sessions in the comfort of your own home
• Pre-school: we provide a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 0-5 years
• Curriculum: our engaging and interactive curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of each child

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team is committed to providing a positive and supportive learning experience for every child. Our team includes:

• Headteacher: Lorna Harvey (BA Joint Hons German and Linguistics, PGCE, NPQH)
• Pre-school / reception and Key Stage 1 teacher: Maddie Price (BSc Hons Psychology, MSc Criminal Psychology, PGCE)
• Pre-school / reception and Key Stage 1 teacher: Elly Hawtree (BSc Hons Environmental Biology, PGCE)
• Preschool (EYFS SENCO and Deputy Designated Lead for safeguarding): Fay Younger (NNEB, Early Years SENCO award)
• Teaching Assistant: Chris Wright (BA Hons History & Politics, Diploma in Education Studies)
• Apprentice TA: Joshua Price

Our Facilities

Our school is housed in a beautiful and historic building that provides a warm and welcoming environment for our students. Our facilities include:

• Classrooms: our classrooms are designed to inspire creativity and curiosity
• Outdoor play areas: our outdoor play areas provide a safe and stimulating environment for children to explore and learn
• Library: our library is equipped with a wide range of books and resources to support our students' learning
• Technology: we utilize technology to enhance our teaching and learning, including interactive whiteboards and tablets

Our Services for Home-Educated Children

We understand that not every child learns best in a traditional school setting. We offer a range of services designed to support home-educated children, including:

• One-to-one tuition: our qualified teachers provide one-to-one tuition to support your child's learning
• Small group sessions: we offer small group sessions for children who learn best in a social environment
• Curriculum design: we work with you to design a personalized curriculum that meets your child's individual needs

Our News and Recent Events

Keep up to date with our latest news and events by visiting our newsletters page. We also welcome visits from potential parents and their children. Please get in touch with us to arrange a visit.

Get in Touch

If you would like more information about our services or would like to book a visit, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can reach us by phone or email.