Business Details
St Peter's Church Of England Primary School in Burnham
St Peter's Church Of England Primary School is a values-driven educational institution dedicated to nurturing every child's potential through academic excellence and spiritual development. Our vision, 'Life in all its fullness,' is rooted in Christian principles and British values, fostering a culture of respect, inclusivity, and community engagement. We offer a holistic curriculum enriched by arts, sports, and wellbeing initiatives, including mental health ambassadors and a therapy dog to support emotional development. Our commitment to safeguarding is paramount, with trained leads and clear reporting channels for child welfare concerns. Through intergenerational programs and partnerships with local charities, we cultivate social responsibility and empathy.The school's leadership, recognized in the SIAMS report, ensures exemplary standards of teaching and pupil behaviour. Facilities include a spiritual courtyard for reflection, modern classrooms, and extensive extracurricular clubs. We prioritize parental involvement through workshops, family events, and transparent communication channels. Our staff, comprising experienced educators and specialists, deliver tailored support for special educational needs and academic progression. Regular inspections and performance data, including SATs results, demonstrate our consistent focus on improvement and accountability.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Services
After-School Clubs
Safeguarding Support
Special Educational Needs Provision
Curriculum Enrichment
Parent Workshops
Sports Programs
Spiritual Development
Community Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We follow the SIAMS inspection framework for church school standards
- Our curriculum includes specialist teaching in music, PE, and computing
- We provide mental health ambassadors and a therapy dog for wellbeing support
- Our intergenerational programs connect pupils with local community members
- We offer targeted interventions for special educational needs and gifted pupils
What people say
Exceptional provision
Exemplary pupil behaviour
Dynamic leadership
Life-transforming culture
Inspiring education
Services
Primary Education
St Peter's delivers the national curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2 with specialist teaching in music, PE, and computing. Our approach combines academic rigor with character development through Christian values. The school consistently achieves strong SATs results while maintaining a focus on individual pupil progress.
Nursery Services
Our Little Fishes and Rainbow Fish nursery programs provide funded places for 3-4 year olds. The curriculum focuses on foundational skills through play-based learning with dedicated early years specialists and outdoor play facilities.
Special Educational Needs
The school offers tailored provision for pupils with special educational needs, including a dedicated SENCO, specialist teaching assistants, and individualized learning plans. We work closely with external agencies to ensure comprehensive support.
After-School Clubs
A range of enrichment activities including cooking, yoga, art, music, and sports clubs are available. These programs extend learning beyond the classroom and develop pupils' creative and physical abilities in a supervised environment.
Safeguarding Support
St Peter's maintains robust safeguarding protocols with designated leads and clear reporting channels. The school provides a safe learning environment through trained staff, family support practitioners, and established procedures for welfare concerns.
People
Mrs T Morris
Head Teacher
Mrs Morris leads St Peter's with a focus on pupil wellbeing and academic excellence, overseeing safeguarding and curriculum development while maintaining strong community partnerships.
Miss C Loveridge
Deputy Headteacher
Miss Loveridge supports school leadership with responsibility for phonics, mathematics, and English curriculum delivery, ensuring high standards across key teaching areas.
Mrs T van Schie
SENDCo
Mrs van Schie coordinates special educational needs provision, working closely with teaching staff and external specialists to support pupils with diverse learning requirements.
Questions
What age groups does St Peter's teach?
We educate children aged 4-11 years through our Reception to Year 6 classes, plus nursery provision for 3-4 year olds.
Are there after-school activities available?
Yes, we offer a variety of clubs including sports, arts, cooking, and music from 3:15-4:15pm on school days.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our dedicated SENCO team provides individualized learning plans, specialist teaching assistants, and multi-agency collaboration to support pupils with diverse needs.
What religious education is provided?
As a Church of England school, RE follows the Oxford Diocesan syllabus with daily collective worship and opportunities for spiritual reflection.
