Business Details
Your Trusted Primary School in Liversedge
Established with a commitment to nurturing every child's unique potential, Littletown Junior Infant & Nursery School provides a secure, stimulating environment where emotional well-being and academic excellence are equally prioritised. Our dedicated team recognises parents and carers as children's first educators, fostering collaborative partnerships to ensure holistic development. Through a broad, balanced curriculum enriched by practical experiences and outdoor learning, we cultivate essential skills while maintaining rigorous academic standards. The school's ethos of 'All equal, all different, all unique' is embedded in daily practice, creating a supportive community where children thrive.Recognised by Ofsted for exceptional leadership and care, we maintain robust safeguarding protocols and innovative teaching methodologies. Our facilities include specialist programmes for early language development and metacognitive learning strategies, ensuring each child achieves their full potential. With a focus on purposeful, engaging lessons and comprehensive pastoral support, we prepare students for future educational challenges while celebrating individuality. The school's strategic partnerships and research-driven practices further enhance educational outcomes, reflected in consistent academic achievements and positive pupil experiences.
Services
Nursery Education
Primary School Education
Special Educational Needs Support
After-School Club
Parental Engagement Programmes
Highlights and features
- Ofsted-recognised exceptional safeguarding and pastoral care
- Specialist early language and metacognitive learning programmes
- Proven track record of academic excellence at Key Stage 2
- Dedicated SENCO and inclusive educational support provision
- Established partnerships with local infant schools for seamless transitions
What people say
Nurturing atmosphere
Excellent teaching staff
Happy and safe environment
Celebrate uniqueness
Strong relationships
Services
Nursery Education
Our nursery provision offers structured learning for children aged 3-5, following the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Qualified practitioners deliver play-based activities that develop core skills in literacy, numeracy, and social interaction. Daily routines incorporate outdoor exploration and creative expression to prepare children for formal schooling.
Primary School Education
Comprehensive education for children aged 5-11 covering all national curriculum subjects. Specialised teachers deliver engaging lessons in English, mathematics, science, and foundation subjects. Regular assessments track progress while maintaining focus on individual learning styles and emotional development.
Special Educational Needs Support
Dedicated SENCO and support staff provide tailored interventions for children with additional needs. Collaborative approach involving parents, external agencies, and classroom teachers ensures appropriate learning strategies. Regular review meetings monitor individual education plans and progress targets.
After-School Club
Supervised after-school provision offering structured activities and homework support until 17:30 daily. Qualified staff facilitate educational games, creative projects, and physical activities in a safe environment. Flexible booking system accommodates working parents' schedules.
Parental Engagement Programmes
Regular workshops and training sessions for parents to support home learning. Topics include phonics instruction, mathematics strategies, and safeguarding awareness. Individual consultations available to discuss child development and educational progress.
People
Mrs Caroline Howarth
Head Teacher
Experienced educational leader with over 20 years' experience in primary education. Champion of child-centred learning and safeguarding excellence. Holds senior leadership qualifications and specialises in curriculum development.
Sarah Wensley
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Safeguarding specialist with advanced child protection training. Coordinates multi-agency safeguarding responses and staff development programmes. Implements Operation Encompass protocols for domestic abuse support.
Questions
What are your school's Ofsted ratings?
Ofsted inspectors rated us 'exceptional' in May 2023, highlighting strong leadership, effective safeguarding, and nurturing environment that supports children's academic and personal development.
How do you support children's emotional well-being?
Our dedicated pastoral team implements individualised support plans, social skills groups, and therapeutic interventions. Daily check-ins, mindfulness activities, and peer mentoring programmes ensure emotional needs are addressed proactively.
What special educational needs provision do you offer?
We have a qualified SENCO, specialist teaching assistants, and tailored learning resources. Our inclusive approach includes individual education plans, sensory integration support, and collaboration with external specialists.
How do you involve parents in their child's education?
We maintain regular communication through parent-teacher meetings, learning journals, and progress reviews. Workshops on curriculum subjects and home learning strategies help parents support educational development effectively.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer after-school clubs in sports, arts, coding, and science. Special events include educational visits, themed learning weeks, and performance opportunities in music and drama throughout the academic year.
