Business Details
Your Child's Future Starts Here
Newington Green Primary School has established itself as a vibrant and forward-thinking educational institution, building on a rich tradition of nurturing critical thinkers who contribute meaningfully to society. Our dedicated team of educators undergoes rigorous recruitment processes to ensure the highest standards of teaching and pastoral care. We foster a culture of ambition, accountability, and mutual respect, balanced with a commitment to creating a joyful and inclusive learning environment. With a focus on developing the whole child, our curriculum integrates academic excellence with personal growth, preparing students for successful transitions to secondary education and beyond.Our leadership team brings extensive experience in special educational needs, curriculum development, and school improvement, ensuring a robust framework for continuous progress. Through partnerships with local authorities, parents, and external agencies, we maintain a comprehensive safeguarding system that prioritizes child welfare while promoting academic achievement. Our school's international recognition for innovative language teaching exemplifies our dedication to equipping pupils with essential 21st-century skills.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Provision
After-School Clubs
Special Educational Needs Support
Language Curriculum Development
Safeguarding Services
Highlights and features
- We maintain rigorous staff recruitment standards to ensure educational excellence
- Our leadership team holds advanced qualifications in special education and leadership
- We pioneered an internationally recognized modern language teaching methodology
- Our curriculum integrates critical thinking and 21st-century skills development
- We operate under comprehensive safeguarding policies aligned with statutory guidelines
What people say
High-quality teaching
Excellent safeguarding
Dedicated staff
Strong leadership
Innovative language program
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11, following the National Curriculum. Our experienced teachers create engaging learning environments that foster academic achievement and personal development. The school maintains high standards through rigorous staff training and continuous curriculum improvement.
Nursery Provision
Our nursery offers high-quality care and education for children aged 2-4. Qualified early years practitioners implement developmentally appropriate activities that prepare children for primary education. The program emphasizes social skills, basic literacy, and numeracy through play-based learning.
Special Educational Needs Support
We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs through qualified specialists. Our inclusive approach ensures appropriate accommodations while maintaining academic standards. The school employs dedicated SEN coordinators and teaching assistants to support individual learning plans.
Language Curriculum Development
Our innovative modern foreign language program integrates CLIL methodology to teach Spanish. This approach combines language learning with subject content, preparing students for secondary education with essential communication skills and cultural awareness.
Safeguarding Services
We maintain comprehensive safeguarding policies aligned with statutory requirements. The school works with local authorities, health services, and police to protect children while promoting their welfare through staff training and inter-agency collaboration.
People
Paul Thomas
Executive Headteacher
BSc in Environmental Science with Education, PG Cert in Critical Thinking, MA in Special Education. Led Parkwood Primary's award-winning language program and serves as Challenge Partners facilitator.
Mairead McDonnell
Head of School
PGCE qualified with 20+ years experience in Islington schools. Masters in Teaching and Learning, responsible for daily school operations and continuous improvement.
Helen Bennett
Deputy Headteacher
PGCE qualified SENCO with Postgraduate Awards in SEN Coordination and Ethnic Minority Achievement. Oversees inclusion and safeguarding across the school.
Nicola Andrews
Assistant Headteacher
Education graduate with specialism in Early Years development. Leads SEND provision for Early Years and Key Stage 1, driving improvements in early education.
Sharon Rossi
Federation Business Manager
20+ years in local government finance with specialist qualifications in school business management. Oversees financial operations and premises management for the federation.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We provide education for children aged 2-11, including nursery provision and primary education from Reception to Year 6.
How do I apply for a school place?
Applications for Reception and in-year admissions should be made through Islington Council's website or by contacting our admissions team directly.
What special educational needs support do you offer?
We have dedicated SENCOs and teaching assistants providing tailored support, with specialist programs for children requiring additional learning assistance.
Are after-school clubs available?
Yes, we offer a range of after-school and breakfast clubs led by qualified staff, with extended hours available through our out-of-hours provision.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain comprehensive safeguarding policies aligned with statutory guidelines, working closely with local authorities and child protection agencies.
What languages do you teach?
Our award-winning program focuses on Spanish language instruction using CLIL methodology to develop communication skills and cultural awareness.
