Business Details
Stretton St Matthew's C O F E Primary School - Nurturing Faith and Learning
Stretton St Matthew's C O F E Primary School has been a cornerstone of the Stretton community since the early 1900s. As a one-form entry, semi-rural VA school, we serve pupils from Stretton and surrounding villages, offering a secure and caring Christian environment for 210 children. Since joining Chester Diocesan Academies Trust (CDAT) in September 2023, we have strengthened our commitment to academic excellence and spiritual growth. Our broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum is designed to challenge pupils to aim high while fostering inclusivity and global awareness. With leadership expertise from professionals like Headteacher Miss S Simcock and SENDCO Miss A Stubbs, we prioritise diminishing achievement gaps through targeted interventions.Our strong partnerships with the Diocese of Chester, local churches, and external providers enrich the educational experience. Attendance rates consistently exceed national targets, reflecting our pupils' enthusiasm for learning. We embed Christian values into daily life, ensuring every child thrives academically, spiritually, and socially. Our mission to 'create and nurture a secure and caring Christian environment' guides all we do, supported by a dedicated team and engaged parent community.
Services
Primary Education
Special Educational Needs Support
After School Clubs
Religious Education
Curriculum Enrichment
Highlights and features
- We offer a secure and caring Christian environment for holistic development
- Our curriculum is broad, balanced, and tailored to individual needs
- We have strong links with the Diocese of Chester and local communities
- Our leadership team has extensive experience in primary education
- We focus on diminishing gaps for vulnerable pupils through targeted interventions
Services
Primary Education
We deliver a comprehensive primary education programme for children aged 4-11. Our curriculum combines academic rigor with spiritual development, following the 'Pathways to Write' and 'Teaching for Mastery' methodologies. With small class sizes and experienced teachers, we ensure individualised attention and progression across all subjects.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our dedicated SENDCO and support team provide tailored interventions for children with additional needs. We implement the 'Graduated Approach' and collaborate with external professionals to create personalised learning plans. Regular progress monitoring ensures every child achieves their potential within our inclusive environment.
After School Clubs
We offer a variety of after-school enrichment programmes including sports, arts, and academic clubs. These activities extend learning beyond the classroom while promoting teamwork and personal development. Our partnerships with external providers ensure high-quality instruction in specialist areas.
Religious Education
Religious Education forms a core part of our curriculum, aligned with our Church of England foundation. Through daily collective worship and structured RE lessons, we nurture children's faith while promoting understanding of other religions. Our RE leadership team maintains strong diocesan connections for curriculum development.
Curriculum Enrichment
Our curriculum includes global citizenship projects, digital leadership opportunities, and science ambassador programmes. We integrate technology through 'Computing' and 'E-Safety' modules while maintaining traditional values. Regular assessments ensure curriculum effectiveness and pupil progression.
People
Miss S Simcock
Headteacher
Miss Simcock leads with extensive primary education experience, previously serving as a senior leader in multiple schools. She champions academic excellence and spiritual development, maintaining strong diocesan partnerships to enhance school provision.
Mrs R Hazeldine
Assistant Headteacher
Mrs Hazeldine brings years of classroom teaching expertise to her leadership role. She specialises in curriculum development and staff training, ensuring high-quality pedagogy across all subjects while maintaining Christian values.
Miss A Stubbs
SENDCO/KS1 Lead
Miss Stubbs oversees special educational needs provision with a focus on early intervention. Her dual role as KS1 lead ensures continuity in supporting children's transition and development through tailored learning strategies.
Mrs C Watson
Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead
Mrs Watson coordinates wellbeing initiatives across the school. With specialist training in child mental health, she implements programmes that support emotional resilience and create a positive learning environment for all pupils.
Miss J O'Gorman
Assistant Headteacher/KS2 Lead
Miss O'Gorman leads KS2 provision with expertise in upper primary education. She develops cross-curricular projects that challenge pupils academically while preparing them for secondary school transitions.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We teach children aged 4-11 years, covering Early Years Foundation Stage through to Key Stage 2.
Is religious education compulsory?
Religious Education is a core subject, with all children participating in collective worship and Christian values education.
How do you support children with special needs?
Our dedicated SENDCO creates individualised learning plans, with classroom support and specialist interventions tailored to each child's requirements.
What after-school activities are available?
We offer sports clubs, arts programmes, and academic enrichment activities throughout the school year, led by qualified instructors.
How can parents get involved?
Parents participate through our PTA, school council meetings, and volunteering opportunities in classroom activities and events.
What curriculum do you follow?
Our curriculum combines national requirements with Christian values, featuring specialist programmes in literacy, numeracy, and digital skills.
