Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Primary Education in Brighouse, West Yorkshire
Longroyde Nursery & Primary School is a nurturing educational institution dedicated to fostering individual growth and academic excellence. Established in 2016 through the merger of Castlefields Infants School and Longroyde Junior School, we serve children aged 2 to 11 across two purpose-designed sites in Brighouse. Our curriculum prioritises foundational literacy and numeracy while offering rich cultural capital through subjects like science, history, and the arts. With a team of experienced educators and support staff, we create a safe, inclusive environment where every child's unique strengths are recognised and developed. Our wraparound care service 'The Owl's Den' provides flexible childcare, and our strong community partnerships ensure smooth transitions to secondary education.Parental involvement is actively encouraged through family learning initiatives and regular communication channels. The school's commitment to pastoral care is evident in our attentive staff who greet students daily and address individual needs promptly. Our facilities include specialist rooms for cooking, design technology, and music, alongside modern ICT resources. Community reviews consistently praise our welcoming atmosphere, dedicated teachers, and the positive impact on children's academic and personal development.
Services
Early Years Education
After-School Clubs
SEN Support
Wraparound Care
Transition Preparation
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- Experienced team with long-serving staff across all age groups
- Inclusive environment celebrating individual strengths and diversity
- Specialist facilities for music, cooking, and design technology
- Strong pastoral care with daily staff engagement
- Flexible wraparound childcare through 'The Owl's Den'
What people say
Nurturing individual strengths
Dedicated teaching staff
Smooth school transitions
Excellent pastoral care
Engaging curriculum
Services
Early Years Education
Our Early Years Foundation Stage provision caters for children aged 2-5 with dedicated spaces at Field Top Road. Specialised staff create stimulating environments that foster foundational learning through play-based activities. The curriculum focuses on developing communication, physical skills, and early literacy/numeracy while maintaining strong home-school partnerships to support each child's unique development journey.
After-School Clubs
We offer a diverse range of extracurricular clubs covering sports, arts, and academic enrichment. Activities include football, judo, music lessons, and creative workshops that extend learning beyond the classroom. These clubs provide opportunities for children to explore interests, develop new skills, and build social connections in a supervised, supportive environment outside regular school hours.
Wraparound Care
The Owl's Den provides flexible childcare from 7:30am-6:00pm for children aged 5-11. This Ofsted-registered provision offers structured activities including crafts, baking, and outdoor play while accommodating working families' schedules. The service accepts childcare vouchers and government funding, ensuring accessible quality care that complements our educational ethos in a relaxed, stimulating environment.
SEN Support
Our dedicated SENCo and support staff implement tailored strategies to meet diverse learning needs across all year groups. We maintain small class sizes and provide individualised interventions while fostering peer support networks. Regular parent consultations ensure consistent approaches between home and school, with staff trained to address various learning challenges while maintaining high academic expectations for all pupils.
Transition Preparation
We offer comprehensive transition programmes for all key stage changes, including our renowned Year 6 to high school pathway. Partnerships with local secondary schools facilitate familiarisation visits and information sharing. Our staff provide personalised guidance to families while preparing children emotionally and academically for their next educational phase through targeted activities and confidence-building experiences.
People
Miss D Parry
Headteacher
Miss Parry leads with a vision for inclusive education, prioritising individual growth. She maintains visible presence in daily school life, greeting students and addressing parental concerns promptly. Her leadership fosters collaborative relationships between staff, governors, and families to create a supportive learning community.
Mrs K Latham
Deputy Headteacher
Mrs Latham oversees key operational aspects including safeguarding and SEN provision. With extensive experience across year groups, she implements strategies that support both academic progress and pastoral care. Her approach combines educational expertise with practical support for staff and families.
Mrs D Grange
School Business Manager
Mrs Grange manages the school's financial and administrative operations. She ensures efficient resource allocation across two sites while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements. Her work supports the delivery of quality education through effective organisational systems and strategic planning.
Mrs S Rashid
Year 3 Teacher
Mrs Rashid specialises in Key Stage 2 education, delivering engaging curriculum content while nurturing student development. She coordinates spelling clubs that have demonstrably improved pupils' literacy confidence. Her teaching approach combines subject expertise with individualised support for diverse learning needs.
Mrs A Rhodes
Wraparound Care Manager
Mrs Rhodes leads our Owl's Den provision, creating a welcoming environment for extended childcare. She ensures activities align with educational values while meeting practical family needs. Her team's friendly, caring approach has made this service a valued part of the school community.
Questions
What age groups does Longroyde Primary School cater for?
We provide education for children aged 2-11 across Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 at two dedicated sites in Brighouse.
How does the school support children with special educational needs?
Our SENCo and trained staff implement tailored strategies, small class sizes, and individualised interventions while maintaining regular parent communication to address diverse learning requirements.
Are after-school care options available?
The Owl's Den offers wraparound care from 7:30am-6:00pm with structured activities, accepting childcare vouchers and government funding for families' convenience.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
We provide diverse clubs including sports, music lessons, creative arts, and academic enrichment activities that complement our curriculum and develop varied skills.
How does the school prepare children for secondary education?
Our transition programme includes partnership work with local high schools, familiarisation visits, and targeted preparation to ensure confident academic and emotional readiness for Year 6 students.
What makes Longroyde Primary unique?
Our combination of specialist facilities, experienced staff, inclusive ethos, and strong community partnerships create a distinctive learning environment focused on individual pupil growth.
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