Business Details
Rivington Primary School | Outstanding Primary Education
Rivington Primary School provides a secure, positive and welcoming environment where children engage with a broad, rich and exciting curriculum. Our dedicated staff create memorable learning experiences that motivate pupils to achieve high expectations of themselves. The school's values of Respect, Protect, Give Thanks and Keep Peace underpin our CARE curriculum, which focuses on communication, aspiration, reflection and enriching experiences.We implement a tailored National Curriculum through thematic topics that connect learning across time periods and subjects, while developing cultural capital through visitors, artefacts and active learning. Our assessment system ensures pupils make appropriate progress, with a focus on learning rather than marking. The school maintains strong commitments to equality, special educational needs provision and community involvement.
Services
Nursery Education
Reception Class
Key Stage 1
Key Stage 2
Special Educational Needs Support
After School Clubs
Parent Engagement Programs
Curriculum Enrichment
Safeguarding Services
School Meal Provision
Highlights and features
- We deliver a tailored National Curriculum with thematic, cross-curricular learning
- Our CARE curriculum develops communication, aspiration and reflective thinking
- Specialist history teaching builds chronological understanding and critical analysis
- Strong focus on cultural capital through museum visits and expert workshops
- Comprehensive SEN support with inclusive learning opportunities for all pupils
Services
Primary Education
We provide comprehensive primary education following the National Curriculum. Our values-driven approach combines academic excellence with personal development. Students benefit from specialist history teaching, cross-curricular projects and regular assessment to track progress.
Special Educational Needs
Our dedicated SEN team provides tailored support for children with additional needs. We implement individualised learning plans while promoting inclusion across all school activities. Regular monitoring ensures appropriate progress against personal targets.
Curriculum Enrichment
We enhance classroom learning through museum visits, expert workshops and hands-on experiences. Our OPAL-accredited play program develops social skills during quality playtime. Cultural capital is built through diverse historical studies and community projects.
Parent Engagement
We actively involve families through regular communication, PTFA events and curriculum workshops. Parents receive termly newsletters, access to online portals and opportunities to participate in school improvement activities and policy development.
Safeguarding Services
Our safeguarding team provides a secure learning environment with clear policies and procedures. We offer targeted wellbeing interventions and maintain strong partnerships with local authorities to ensure child protection standards are consistently met.
People
Clare Powell
Headteacher
Mrs Powell leads our dedicated teaching staff with over 20 years' experience in primary education. She champions values-based learning and curriculum innovation while maintaining strong community connections.
Lynn Ferguson
School Business Manager
Mrs Ferguson oversees school operations with extensive experience in educational administration. She manages financial resources effectively while supporting strategic development across all school departments.
Alison Cooper
Deputy Headteacher
Mrs Cooper supports curriculum delivery and staff development with specialist expertise in history education. She coordinates cross-curricular projects and ensures consistent teaching standards across key stages.
Linda Burrows
Special Education Needs Coordinator
Mrs Burrows leads our inclusive education approach with specialist SEN qualifications. She develops individual learning plans and coordinates multi-agency support for pupils with complex needs.
Jen
PTFA Chair
As active parent representative, Jen organises community events and fundraising activities. She brings extensive school volunteering experience and coordinates parent engagement initiatives to enhance school resources.
Questions
What are the school's operating hours?
School operates Monday-Friday 8:40am-3:20pm during term time. Office hours are 8:30am-4:00pm for parent enquiries.
How does the school support special educational needs?
We have dedicated SEN staff who create individualised learning plans. Our inclusive approach combines specialist support with mainstream classroom integration and regular progress monitoring.
What curriculum do you follow?
We follow the National Curriculum enhanced with thematic topics that connect learning across subjects and historical periods, focusing on communication and critical thinking skills.
How can parents get involved?
Parents can join our PTFA committee, attend regular meetings, or participate in classroom activities. We welcome volunteers for events, fundraising and curriculum enhancement projects.
What after-school provisions are available?
We offer various extracurricular clubs including sports, arts and academic support. The PTFA funds additional enrichment activities throughout the school year.
How does the school handle safeguarding?
We maintain strict safeguarding protocols with trained staff, secure premises and clear reporting procedures. Regular wellbeing checks ensure children's safety and emotional needs are met.
