Business Details
Caring, Nurturing Primary Education in St Helens
Carr Mill Primary School is a caring, nurturing community dedicated to ensuring every child's needs are prioritised. Our team of committed staff delivers a stimulating, inclusive curriculum with diverse opportunities to extend learning. We focus on preparing children for secondary education by fostering academic excellence and personal development. With a legacy of supporting pupils to exceed their potential, we combine structured teaching with holistic growth. Led by Headteacher Andrew Maley, we maintain transparency in operations and uphold a child-centric approach to education. 
Services
Nursery Provision
Reception Classes
Key Stage 1 Teaching
Key Stage 2 Education
Special Educational Needs Support
Breakfast Club
After-School Activities
Safeguarding Services
Parent Engagement Programs
Highlights and features
- We provide a stimulating, inclusive curriculum tailored to individual needs.
- Our team prepares children exceptionally well for secondary school challenges.
- We combine academic focus with mental health and wellbeing support.
- We foster a safe, respectful environment where children feel confident to learn.
- Our leadership team has extensive experience in primary education.
What people say
Caring staff
Inclusive curriculum
Excellent safeguarding
Engaging activities
Strong leadership
Services
Nursery Provision
Our Seedlings Nursery provides foundational learning for 3-4 year olds through play-based activities. We focus on social development, basic literacy and numeracy skills, and creative exploration in a safe, nurturing environment. The program prepares children for Reception class while supporting individual learning paces.
Special Educational Needs Support
Tailored support for children with additional needs includes individual learning plans and specialist resources. Our SEN team works closely with parents and external agencies to ensure inclusive education. We provide targeted interventions across physical, emotional, and learning support areas.
After-School Activities
Our PE Days 25-26 program offers sports and creative activities from 3:15-4:30 PM. These sessions develop physical skills, teamwork, and confidence through structured games and projects. Activities align with national curriculum objectives while encouraging personal growth.
Parent Engagement Programs
We provide Parent Guides, Early Help services, and PATHS family sessions to strengthen home-school partnerships. These programs offer practical advice on child development, safeguarding, and educational support through workshops and one-to-one consultations.
Safeguarding Services
Our safeguarding framework includes staff training, peer support programs, and Operation Encompass partnerships. We maintain secure reporting systems and collaborate with local authorities to ensure pupil safety while promoting open communication channels for children and families.
People
Andrew Maley
Head Teacher
Andrew Maley leads Carr Mill Primary School with over 15 years' experience in primary education. He champions inclusive learning and staff development, ensuring every child receives tailored support to achieve academic and personal success.
Mrs C Rimmer
School Business Manager
Mrs C Rimmer manages financial and operational aspects of the school, ensuring efficient resource allocation and compliance with educational standards while supporting strategic development initiatives.
Mrs K Alexander
SEN Co-ordinator
Mrs K Alexander leads special educational needs provision, developing individualised learning plans and coordinating support for pupils with additional requirements across the school's inclusive programs.
Questions
What age groups does Carr Mill Primary School cater for?
We provide education for children aged 3 to 11, including Nursery, Reception, and Key Stages 1 and 2.
What special educational needs support is available?
Our SEN team, led by Mrs K Alexander and Mrs K Barton, provides tailored support for children with additional needs.
Are after-school clubs available?
Yes, we offer a range of extracurricular activities through our After-School Provision program.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain a comprehensive safeguarding framework with trained staff and clear child protection policies.
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