Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Primary Education in Sutton
St Anne's Catholic Primary School is a vibrant learning community where everyone matters and everyone succeeds. Founded on strong Catholic values, we provide a safe and nurturing environment that prepares children for the next stage of their educational journey. Our dedicated team fosters confidence and independence through a curriculum designed to inspire lifelong learning. We maintain strong partnerships with parents and the local community, particularly within our Parish of St Anne and Blessed Dominic. Our school day runs from 8:45am to 3:15pm, with additional breakfast and afterschool club provision.Recognised as 'Good' by Ofsted (2022) and 'Outstanding' by the Catholic School Inspectorate (2023), we combine academic excellence with spiritual, moral, and social development. Our therapeutic school approach promotes positive connections, while our safeguarding team ensures child welfare remains paramount. We offer tailored support through our wellbeing managers and work closely with external agencies to address individual needs. The school's mission 'Learn to Love & Love to Learn...in Readiness for Life' guides our commitment to developing global citizens prepared for future challenges.
Services
Primary Education
Pastoral Support
Curriculum Development
Safeguarding Services
Parent Partnerships
Therapeutic Approach
Special Educational Needs
After School Clubs
Spiritual Development
Community Engagement
Highlights and features
- Rated 'Outstanding' by the Catholic School Inspectorate (2023)
- Recognised as 'Good' by Ofsted with strong safeguarding practices
- Therapeutic School Award recipient promoting emotional wellbeing
- Curriculum designed to develop global citizens and lifelong learners
- Dedicated wellbeing team supporting pupils and families daily
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Good safeguarding practices
Outstanding Catholic provision
Therapeutic support
Strong parent partnerships
Values-based education
Services
Primary Education
St Anne's Catholic Primary School delivers a comprehensive primary education curriculum aligned with national standards. Our experienced teachers create engaging learning environments that foster academic achievement and personal growth. The school combines traditional teaching methods with innovative approaches to develop well-rounded individuals prepared for secondary education.
Pastoral Support
Our dedicated wellbeing team provides tailored pastoral care for pupils and families. The service includes early intervention strategies, mental health support, and attendance management. Staff work closely with external agencies to address social, emotional, and behavioural needs through individualised support plans.
Safeguarding Services
St Anne's maintains robust safeguarding protocols with designated leads and trained staff. The school uses CPOMS software for incident tracking and follows statutory guidelines to ensure child welfare. Regular training and partnerships with local authorities create a secure environment for all stakeholders.
Therapeutic Approach
The school implements a therapeutic framework to promote positive mental health. This includes graduated response charts, wellbeing interventions, and partnerships with external specialists. The approach focuses on building resilience and emotional regulation skills across all year groups.
Curriculum Development
Our 'Learning River' curriculum integrates academic subjects with spiritual and moral development. The design emphasizes real-world connections and cross-curricular learning. Specialised subject leaders ensure comprehensive coverage of national curriculum requirements while maintaining Catholic educational values.
People
Mrs Rachel Crolla
Headteacher
Mrs Crolla leads with a vision for inclusive education, combining academic excellence with spiritual development. She oversees safeguarding and curriculum implementation while maintaining strong community partnerships. Her leadership focuses on pupil wellbeing and staff professional growth.
Mrs Trisha Pointon
Pastoral Manager
Mrs Pointon manages the school's pastoral care system as Designated Safeguarding Lead. She coordinates early intervention strategies and works closely with families to address wellbeing concerns. Her role includes overseeing attendance and supporting vulnerable pupils across all year groups.
Mrs Sophie Volynchook
Assistant Headteacher
Mrs Volynchook serves as Attendance Senior Leader and safeguarding team member. She works with external agencies to support pupil welfare and implements strategies to improve school attendance. Her role bridges academic provision and pastoral care requirements.
Mrs Emma Ward
SENDCO
Mrs Ward coordinates special educational needs provision across the school. She develops individualised learning plans and supports staff in delivering inclusive education. Her work ensures compliance with SEND regulations while maintaining high achievement standards for all pupils.
Mrs Amanda Paton
Pupil Wellbeing Manager
Mrs Paton focuses on attendance improvement and behavioural support strategies. She collaborates with education welfare officers to address attendance barriers and implements interventions to support pupil engagement with learning.
Questions
What are the school's inspection ratings?
Ofsted rated us 'Good' in 2022, while the Catholic School Inspectorate awarded 'Outstanding' in 2023.
How does the school support pupil wellbeing?
We have a dedicated wellbeing team, therapeutic school approach, and graduated response system for mental health support.
What curriculum do you follow?
Our 'Learning River' curriculum aligns with national standards while integrating Catholic values and real-world learning.
How are parents involved in the school?
We maintain strong home-school partnerships through regular communication and collaborative learning initiatives.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We use CPOMS software, have trained safeguarding leads, and follow statutory guidelines to ensure child protection.
What special educational needs provision exists?
Our SENDCO coordinates tailored support plans with specialist resources and staff training programs.
