Business Details
18 Years
experience
Welcome to Green Park Community Primary School
Established in 2008 through the merger of Powell and Melbourne Schools, Green Park Community Primary School has become a beacon of academic excellence across Kent. Our dedicated team of educators fosters accelerated progress through a dynamic, child-centred curriculum that integrates creativity and rigorous academic standards. As a Centre of Excellence, we extend our expertise to support other schools in Dover and beyond, collaborating with institutions like Charlton CE Primary and St Richard RC Primary. Our Cornerstones curriculum interlinks National Curriculum subjects through thematic half-term units, while White Rose Maths ensures mastery of mathematical concepts.With a focus on mutual support and challenge, we cultivate an environment where both children and adults grow into confident, capable individuals. Our governors provide strategic oversight, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement. Recognised for our innovative teaching methods, we prepare pupils for lifelong success through a balanced education that values both academic achievement and personal development.
Services
Primary Education
Curriculum Development
Safeguarding
SEN Support
Extracurricular Activities
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer a unique Cornerstones curriculum integrating all National Curriculum subjects through creative themes
- Our White Rose Maths programme ensures deep mathematical understanding and application
- We provide specialist Safeguarding and SENCO support with dedicated coordinators
- Our staff includes experienced educators with expertise in early years and primary education
- We collaborate with other schools to share best practices and improve educational outcomes
Services
Primary Education
We deliver a comprehensive primary education programme for children aged 4-11, following the National Curriculum. Our Cornerstones curriculum integrates subjects through thematic learning, while White Rose Maths ensures mathematical mastery. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers, we focus on individual progress and holistic development.
Curriculum Development
Our specialist curriculum team designs engaging, cross-curricular programmes that meet National Curriculum standards. Using the Cornerstones framework, we create thematic half-term units that connect subjects through creative contexts, supported by discrete maths and literacy instruction for essential skill development.
Safeguarding
We maintain rigorous safeguarding protocols with a designated team led by our DSL. Regular training ensures all staff can identify and respond to child welfare concerns. Our policies align with statutory requirements, providing a safe learning environment with clear reporting procedures for staff, parents and pupils.
SEN Support
Our SENCO and support team provide tailored assistance for pupils with special educational needs. We implement individual education plans, adapt teaching methods, and offer specialist resources. Regular reviews ensure interventions remain effective, with close collaboration between teachers, parents and external professionals.
Extracurricular Activities
We offer a range of wrap-around care and after-school activities including sports, arts, and academic enrichment. Our clubs cater to diverse interests while extending learning beyond the classroom. All activities are supervised by qualified staff, with flexible options for working families.
People
Mr Richard Hawkins
Headteacher
Mr Hawkins leads Green Park with over 15 years' experience in primary education. He champions innovative teaching methods and collaborative learning, driving the school's Centre of Excellence status. His vision focuses on pupil progress and staff development.
Mr Nigel Collins
Chair of Governors
Mr Collins has served as governor since 2008, overseeing strategic development. With community outreach experience through Cross-Links charity, he ensures governance aligns with educational best practices and local needs.
Mrs Sonia Niemiec
School Business Manager
Mrs Niemiec manages the school's operational aspects with 12 years' experience in educational administration. She ensures efficient resource management while supporting staff and governors in strategic planning.
Miss M Harrison
SENCO
Miss Harrison leads special educational needs provision, developing tailored support strategies. With specialist training in SEN pedagogy, she coordinates interventions and collaborates with external agencies to meet diverse learning requirements.
Questions
What are the school's admission criteria?
We follow Kent County Council's coordinated admissions scheme. Priority is given to children in care, those with siblings at the school, and those with special educational needs requiring specific provision.
How does the curriculum support academic progress?
Our Cornerstones curriculum combines creative themes with discrete subject teaching. White Rose Maths and Talk for Writing programmes ensure mastery of core skills while fostering engagement and deeper understanding.
What SEN support is available?
We have a dedicated SENCO and support team implementing individual education plans. Regular reviews ensure interventions remain effective, with collaboration between teachers, parents and external professionals for tailored support.
Are there after-school activities?
We offer wrap-around care from 7:45am and after-school clubs until 6:00pm, including homework help, sports, arts, and themed activities. All sessions are supervised by qualified staff.
How does the school communicate with parents?
We use ParentMail for instant notifications, maintain an updated website with termly newsletters, and hold regular parent-teacher meetings. Class pages provide curriculum updates and upcoming events.
