Business Details
Little Stoke Primary School - Nurturing Excellence in Education
Little Stoke Primary School is a purposeful learning community where both adults and children develop essential skills, understanding, and awareness. We foster a happy, stimulating, and calm environment that promotes self-confidence, strong relationships, and high academic and social standards. Our approach focuses on identifying individual learning needs and providing tailored support to help children broaden their life experiences and cultural awareness.With dedicated staff and a clear vision, we aim to cultivate hard work, responsibility, and a lifelong love of learning. Our ethos emphasizes inclusivity, ensuring every child feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.
Services
School Curriculum
Remote Learning
Phonics
Special Educational Needs
Breakfast Club
After School Club
Forest School
EYFS Program
Parental Engagement
Safeguarding
Highlights and features
- We create a stimulating learning environment that promotes self-confidence and strong relationships.
- Our team identifies individual learning needs and provides tailored support for every child.
- We prioritize cultural awareness and broadening life experiences through diverse educational opportunities.
- Our ethos emphasizes inclusivity, ensuring every child feels valued and empowered to achieve.
- Dedicated staff cultivate hard work, responsibility, and a lifelong love of learning.
Services
School Curriculum
Our curriculum delivers structured, age-appropriate learning across core subjects, fostering academic excellence and critical thinking. Tailored to meet national standards, it encourages creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Dedicated teachers ensure engaging lessons that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
Special Educational Needs
We provide personalized support for children with special educational needs, ensuring inclusive access to learning opportunities. Our SENDCo works closely with teachers and parents to develop individualized plans. Resources and interventions are tailored to address specific challenges while promoting confidence and independence.
Forest School
Forest School sessions promote hands-on, nature-based learning to develop resilience, teamwork, and environmental awareness. Qualified instructors guide activities like den-building, tool use, and wildlife observation. This approach nurtures risk assessment skills and a deeper connection to the natural world.
EYFS Program
Our Early Years Foundation Stage program focuses on play-based learning to build foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social interaction. Trained staff create stimulating environments that encourage exploration and curiosity. Progress is tracked through observations and tailored activities aligned with developmental milestones.
Parental Engagement
We actively involve parents through regular communication, workshops, and volunteering opportunities. Home-school agreements and termly updates ensure alignment in supporting children's progress. Events like open days and curriculum showcases strengthen the partnership between families and staff.
People
Dan Ross
Headteacher
Dan Ross leads with a vision for inclusive education, fostering a supportive environment where every child thrives. He champions staff development and community engagement to enhance learning outcomes.
Chris Jelf
Deputy Head
Chris Jelf oversees curriculum design and teaching standards, ensuring innovative pedagogy across all year groups. His focus on staff collaboration drives continuous improvement in educational practices.
H Sutton
SENDCo
H Sutton specializes in supporting children with special educational needs, coordinating tailored interventions and working closely with parents to address individual learning requirements effectively.
A Pittaway
School Business Manager
A Pittaway manages operational and financial aspects of the school, ensuring efficient resource allocation and compliance with administrative standards to support educational goals.
G Cattle
Administrative Assistant
G Cattle provides essential administrative support, managing communications and documentation to maintain smooth day-to-day operations and parental engagement.
Questions
What is the school's educational philosophy?
We focus on creating a nurturing environment that balances academic rigor with social development, fostering confidence, creativity, and lifelong learning skills.
How does the school support children with special needs?
Our dedicated SENDCo and staff provide personalized learning plans, specialist resources, and regular parent consultations to address individual requirements effectively.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer Forest School sessions, after-school clubs, and enrichment programs focusing on arts, sports, and outdoor learning experiences.
How does the school involve parents?
Regular updates, workshops, and volunteering opportunities ensure parents remain actively engaged in their child's educational journey through collaborative partnerships.
What safety measures are in place?
Robust safeguarding protocols, secure premises, and staff training ensure a safe environment. Detailed policies align with national standards for child protection.
How are learning progressions monitored?
Continuous assessment, termly reports, and parent-teacher meetings track individual progress against curriculum benchmarks and developmental goals.
