Business Details
Welcome to Kingsmills Primary School
Kingsmills Primary School is a dedicated educational institution serving the Whitecross community. Our school provides a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet the needs of pupils from early years through primary education. With a team of experienced educators, including Principal Mrs Harrison and specialist teachers in literacy, numeracy, and child protection, we prioritise academic excellence and personal development. Our facilities support diverse learning experiences, including eco-school initiatives and extracurricular clubs. We maintain strong partnerships with parents through regular communication, home learning support, and events like the annual leavers' hoodies programme.The school adheres to strict safeguarding policies and participates in the Operation Encompass initiative. Our staff, including classroom assistants and support personnel, create a nurturing environment that celebrates student achievements through weekly awards and subject-specific recognition. We maintain transparency through public policies, inspection reports, and accessible governance structures.
Services
Primary Education
Eco-Schools Programme
Parental Guidance
Child Protection Services
Extracurricular Clubs
Highlights and features
- We offer experienced teaching staff with specialist subject expertise
- Our school provides eco-friendly learning initiatives and extracurricular activities
- We maintain strict child protection policies and safeguarding measures
- Our staff includes dedicated classroom assistants for additional support
- We offer parental guidance programmes and home learning resources
What people say
Excellent staff
Strong eco-programme
Active parental involvement
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11. Our curriculum covers core subjects including literacy, numeracy, and world around us topics. Specialist teachers ensure subject-specific expertise while maintaining a nurturing learning environment.
Eco-Schools Programme
Our eco-schools initiative integrates sustainability into the curriculum. Students participate in environmental projects that develop ecological awareness and practical conservation skills through hands-on learning experiences.
Parental Guidance
We provide home learning resources and parental guidance to support children's education. Regular communication channels and workshops help parents reinforce learning objectives at home.
People
Mrs Harrison
Principal
Mrs Harrison serves as Principal and P5/6/7 teacher, overseeing school operations while maintaining direct student engagement. She specialises in literacy education and school leadership.
Mr Martin
Teacher
Mr Martin teaches P5/6/7 classes during principal release periods. He supports curriculum delivery across key stage 2 subjects while maintaining classroom instruction standards.
Mrs Scroggie
Teacher
Mrs Scroggie coordinates numeracy and world around us subjects for P3/4 classes. She also serves as designated child protection teacher, ensuring student safety compliance.
Questions
What age groups does Kingsmills Primary School teach?
We teach children from reception through primary 7, covering ages 4 to 11 years old.
Are there extracurricular activities available?
Yes, we offer various clubs including eco-schools initiatives and special interest groups for pupils.
How does the school support parental involvement?
We provide home learning resources, regular newsletters, and parental guidance sessions to support learning at home.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We have designated child protection teachers and participate in Operation Encompass for student safety.
