Business Details
Primary Education Excellence in Wakefield
St. Mary's C.E (VA) Primary School (VA) Primary School is a collaborative educational institution serving a diverse multicultural community in Wakefield. Founded on principles of hope and community service, we prioritise academic excellence alongside social and emotional development. Our curriculum is designed to provide children with broad opportunities for growth through structured learning sequences and concrete experiences. We actively engage parents as partners in education, recognising their crucial role in early language development.Our teaching approach emphasises oracy, vocabulary acquisition, and subject-specific knowledge, ensuring children develop the communication skills necessary for lifelong learning. The school maintains strong connections with local church partners and governance bodies to uphold its ethos while meeting statutory educational requirements.
Services
Nursery Places
Primary Curriculum
SEND Support
Governance Oversight
Parental Engagement
Highlights and features
- We foster collaboration between children, staff, parents and church partners
- Our curriculum integrates oracy development with academic knowledge
- Specialist teaching addresses diverse language and communication needs
- Governance ensures financial accountability and strategic development
- Community-focused approach with regular parental engagement opportunities
Services
Primary Curriculum
Our curriculum follows National Curriculum standards while addressing local community needs. Conceptual pillars ensure knowledge progression across year groups. Regular assessments verify learning retention and inform teaching adjustments.
Nursery Places
Funded nursery provision supports children from age three. Communication-focused environment develops foundational language skills. Parental involvement encouraged through shared activities and progress reviews.
SEND Support
Special Educational Needs provision includes dedicated coordinators and tailored learning strategies. Regular monitoring ensures appropriate support for children requiring additional assistance.
Governance Oversight
Governing body ensures legal compliance and strategic direction. Three committees monitor educational standards, resource management, and pupil welfare. Regular school visits maintain operational accountability.
Parental Engagement
Structured programmes encourage parental participation in reading sessions and target setting. Regular communication channels maintain home-school collaboration for child development.
People
Miss E Brown
Headteacher
Experienced educational leader with proven track record in primary school management. Committed to inclusive education and community collaboration. Oversees curriculum implementation and staff development.
Mrs J Milne
Chair of Governors
Governance professional with strategic oversight of school operations. Ensures financial accountability and policy compliance. Facilitates communication between governing body and school leadership.
Rev D Gerrard
Parish Priest
Church representative providing spiritual guidance and community connection. Supports school's Christian ethos while engaging with diverse faith backgrounds in the student population.
Questions
What age children do you teach?
We provide education for children aged 3-11 years through nursery and primary school programmes.
How do you support children with special needs?
Our SENDCo coordinates tailored support plans with regular progress monitoring and specialist resource allocation.
Can parents get involved in school activities?
Yes, we actively encourage parental participation through reading sessions, events, and governance consultation.
What curriculum do you follow?
Our curriculum aligns with National Curriculum standards while incorporating local community needs and values.
How is the school governed?
Governance includes foundation, parent, staff and local authority representatives through structured committee oversight.
How do I apply for a nursery place?
Contact our school office directly with identification documents to apply for funded nursery places.
