Business Details
Your Child's Future Starts Here at Ferham Primary School
Ferham Primary School has been dedicated to nurturing young minds in Rotherham since its establishment. Our team of experienced educators prioritises reading and literacy, ensuring every child develops both academic proficiency and a lifelong love of learning. Through a carefully structured curriculum and enrichment programmes, we challenge and support pupils aged 3-11 to reach their full potential. Our commitment to community engagement fosters strong partnerships with local organisations, creating a supportive ecosystem for families. The school's leadership team brings decades of combined experience in education, specialising in safeguarding, special educational needs, and mental health support.We maintain rigorous standards through continuous staff training and collaboration with external agencies. Our facilities include dedicated spaces for early years development and specialist teaching areas. The school actively promotes inclusivity, ensuring all children feel valued and empowered to participate fully in school life. Regular feedback from partners like MEARS and the Clifton Partnership confirms our positive impact on student aspirations and family engagement. We remain committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming environment where every child can thrive academically and personally.
Services
Early Years Education
Primary Curriculum
Safeguarding Services
SEND Support
Community Partnerships
Reading Development
Pastoral Care
Enrichment Programmes
Highlights and features
- We have specialist teachers for Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1
- Our team includes safeguarding experts and mental health first aiders
- We maintain strong partnerships with local community organisations
- Our curriculum prioritises reading and literacy development
- We provide dedicated support for special educational needs
What people say
Happy and eager to learn
Excellent staff
Safe and welcoming environment
Significant behaviour improvements
Strong community partnerships
Services
Early Years Education
Our Early Years Foundation Stage provision nurtures children aged 2-5 through play-based learning. Qualified staff deliver the Early Years curriculum framework, focusing on communication, physical development, and personal, social and emotional growth. The programme prepares children for transition to Key Stage 1 while maintaining strong home-school partnerships.
Primary Curriculum
We deliver the National Curriculum through engaging, child-centred approaches for Key Stages 1 and 2. Our experienced teachers specialise in subjects including mathematics, science, and literacy. The structured programme develops core academic skills while fostering creativity and critical thinking through cross-curricular projects.
Safeguarding Services
Our designated safeguarding team provides comprehensive child protection measures. With multiple trained professionals including the Designated Safeguarding Lead, we maintain safe environments through staff training, partnership working with agencies, and curriculum-based safety education for pupils.
SEND Support
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision includes specialist teaching assistants and tailored learning plans. Our SENDCo coordinates support for children with diverse needs, ensuring curriculum access and personal development through individualised approaches and multi-agency collaboration.
Community Partnerships
We build community connections through partnerships with organisations like MEARS and the Clifton Partnership. These collaborations provide career awareness opportunities, family support services, and community-building initiatives that enhance educational outcomes and social cohesion.
People
Mrs Fenton
Headteacher & DSL
Mrs Fenton leads Ferham Primary School with a focus on academic excellence and pupil wellbeing. With extensive experience in education, she oversees safeguarding and drives improvements in teaching standards.
Mrs Bradley
Deputy Headteacher & SENDCo
Mrs Bradley supports school leadership while specialising in special educational needs. She coordinates SEND provision and mental health first aid initiatives across the school.
Mr Tomlinson
Pastoral Manager
Mr Tomlinson manages pastoral care and mental health support. As a deputy safeguarding lead, he ensures pupil wellbeing through targeted interventions and community partnerships.
Mrs Nurse
EYFS Lead
Mrs Nurse specialises in early years education, leading the Foundation Stage provision. She ensures quality teaching for children aged 2-5 and supports smooth transitions to primary education.
Miss Shillito
KS1 Lead
Miss Shillito leads Key Stage 1 teaching, focusing on curriculum development for younger pupils. She implements effective literacy and numeracy strategies across the infant phase.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide education for children aged 2-11 years, including a dedicated nursery for two-year-olds and provision across Key Stages 1 and 2.
How do you support special educational needs?
Our SENDCo coordinates tailored support with specialist teaching assistants, individual learning plans, and multi-agency collaboration to meet diverse educational needs.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain comprehensive child protection through trained staff, including three designated safeguarding leads, staff training, and curriculum-based safety education.
How do you involve the community?
We partner with local organisations like MEARS and the Clifton Partnership to provide career awareness, family support services, and community-building initiatives.
What is your approach to literacy?
Reading is central to our curriculum with specialist teaching, phonics programmes, and initiatives to develop a lifelong love of books across all age groups.
