Empowering Children to Reach Their Full Potential
Bignold Primary School and Nursery is a esteemed educational institution located in the heart of our community. We are proud to offer high-quality education to children aged 3-11, nurturing their development and growth in a safe and stimulating environment. Our school is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and resources, which enable us to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum that caters to the individual needs of each child.
Our Vision and Ethos
At Bignold Primary School and Nursery, we are committed to providing a positive and inclusive learning experience for all children. Our vision is to inspire and empower every child to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We believe that every child has the right to access high-quality education, regardless of their background or ability. Our ethos is underpinned by our core values of respect, responsibility, and resilience. These values are embedded in all aspects of school life, creating a culture of mutual trust and respect.
Our Teams
Our school is led by a dedicated team of professionals, who are committed to ensuring that every child receives the best possible education. Our Senior Leadership Team provides strategic direction and oversight, while our Year Group Teams are responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the curriculum. We also have a Pre-School and Nursery Team, an Office and Site Team, a Family Support and Safeguarding Team, and Lunchtime Teams, who all play a vital role in supporting the children's well-being and development.
Services Offered
We offer a wide range of services, including a breakfast club, after-school clubs, and a busy bees out-of-school care club. We also provide support for children with additional needs, including speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy. Our school meals are freshly prepared on-site, and we cater for a range of dietary requirements. We have a medical support team who are available to support children with medical needs, and we have strong links with local healthcare providers.
Curriculum
Our curriculum is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, which enables children to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding they need to succeed in life. We follow the National Curriculum for England, and our curriculum is enriched with a range of extra-curricular activities, including Forest School, music, art, design technology, and physical education. We have a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, and we use a range of teaching strategies to engage and motivate children. We use the Talk for Writing approach, which helps children to develop their writing skills by learning and imitating high-quality model texts. We use the White Rose Maths scheme, which is a mastery approach to teaching mathematics, and we use a range of manipulatives and concrete resources to help children understand mathematical concepts. We have a science curriculum that is delivered through a knowledge organiser approach, which enables children to develop a deep understanding of scientific concepts. We are an Ogden Trust Hub School, which means that we have a strong focus on the teaching of physics.
Life Skills & Well-being
At Bignold Primary School and Nursery, we believe that it is important to develop the whole child, and therefore we place a strong emphasis on life skills and well-being. We have a comprehensive Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education programme, which includes Sex and Relationships Education and Health Education. We use the SCARF programme, which is a spiral curriculum that covers all aspects of PSHE. We believe that it is important to listen to the voice of the child, and therefore we have established a pupil voice group, which enables children to express their views and opinions. We have strong links with local services, including the police and public health, and we use local contextual information to inform our curriculum and pastoral support.
Resources
We have a range of resources available to support children's learning, including access to Norfolk Library Service, and a well-stocked library. We have resources available to support children with additional needs, including speech and language resources, and social stories. We have a range of resources available to support parents with reading and writing at home, including questions to ask children, and useful websites. We have a phonics scheme that is
Overall Experience
The reviews provide a mixed assessment of the school, with some reviewers having a very positive experience, while others have been less satisfied.
Facilities and Layout
The school's facilities, including its large playgrounds, field, and two halls, have been praised by one reviewer. However, another reviewer has criticized the classroom layout, stating that it makes no sense.
Inclusivity and Support
Some reviewers have commented on the school's inclusivity and support for pupils with special needs. One reviewer has expressed disappointment that the school refused to welcome parents for a school visit because it was full, particularly for children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
Teaching and Staff
The teaching staff have been widely praised for their motivation and care towards pupils. Several reviewers have commented on the school's high standards and the positive, caring attitude of the staff.
General Impressions
Reviewers have expressed varying levels of satisfaction with the school, with some rating it highly (5 stars) and others giving it a lower rating (1 or 3 stars).
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