Business Details
Welcome to Madginford Primary School
At Madginford Primary School, we are dedicated to creating an environment where every child thrives through exceptional educational experiences. Our values-led approach fosters confidence, ambition, and adaptability, ensuring pupils develop strong moral foundations and a commitment to lifelong learning. We prioritise dynamic teaching methods that ignite curiosity and challenge learners to reach their full potential. Our inclusive ethos celebrates effort and success while nurturing social responsibility and empathy within the school and wider community. With a focus on strong partnerships between staff, parents, and local stakeholders, we provide a forward-looking curriculum that prepares children for an ever-changing world. Our facilities and teaching practices are designed to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and meaningful connections across all subject areas.Through initiatives like our 'Captain Curious' programme, we encourage exploration and intellectual courage. Visitors consistently remark on the positive atmosphere and visible enthusiasm for learning demonstrated by our pupils. We maintain rigorous standards in safeguarding and pastoral care, ensuring every child feels safe and supported. Our strategic use of technology enhances learning opportunities, while our extracurricular activities programme extends educational experiences beyond the classroom. With over two decades of experience in primary education, our leadership team combines proven expertise with innovative approaches to curriculum design and delivery.
Services
Primary Education
Values-Led Curriculum
Safeguarding Services
Parent Engagement
Curriculum Innovation
Extracurricular Activities
Special Educational Needs Support
Online Safety Education
Community Partnerships
School Admissions
Highlights and features
- We deliver a values-linked curriculum that develops character alongside academic achievement
- Our experienced staff implement innovative teaching methods proven to enhance learning outcomes
- We maintain strong partnerships with parents and local community organisations
- Our inclusive environment supports every child's unique learning journey
- We provide specialist subject teaching in areas like computing and languages
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme delivers the National Curriculum through innovative teaching methods that prioritise engagement and understanding. We create tailored learning journeys that develop core academic skills while nurturing creativity and critical thinking. Our experienced teachers use formative assessment to personalise instruction and ensure every child achieves their potential.
Values-Led Curriculum
This unique approach integrates moral education with academic learning, fostering responsible citizens who value empathy and community service. Through themed projects and cross-curricular links, pupils develop strong ethical foundations alongside subject knowledge. Regular reflection activities reinforce our core values of respect, responsibility and resilience.
Safeguarding Services
Our comprehensive safeguarding framework ensures children's safety through rigorous staff training and clear reporting procedures. We maintain close partnerships with local authorities and health services to provide early intervention support. Regular safety drills and online safety education form part of our proactive protection strategy.
Parent Engagement
We foster strong home-school partnerships through regular communication channels and family learning events. Parent workshops provide guidance on supporting children's education at home, while our flexible meeting system ensures timely progress updates. We actively seek parental input in school development through surveys and consultation events.
Curriculum Innovation
Our curriculum development team continuously updates teaching approaches to incorporate educational research and technological advancements. We implement specialist subject teaching from Early Years and provide enrichment opportunities through educational visits and visiting experts. Regular curriculum reviews ensure we maintain cutting-edge educational practices.
People
Amanda Woolcombe
Headteacher
With over 20 years' experience in primary education, Amanda leads our school with a clear vision for values-led learning. She champions innovative teaching methods and maintains strong community partnerships to enhance pupil opportunities.
Questions
What makes Madginford Primary School unique?
Our values-led approach combines academic excellence with character development, creating a distinctive learning environment where children thrive through curiosity-driven education and community engagement.
How does the school support pupil wellbeing?
We provide comprehensive pastoral care through trained staff, mindfulness activities, and peer support programmes, ensuring every child feels safe, valued and emotionally supported in their learning journey.
What specialist facilities do you offer?
Our school features dedicated computing suites, science labs, music rooms and outdoor learning spaces, with regular access to specialist teachers in all foundation subjects.
How are parents involved in school life?
We encourage family participation through regular workshops, curriculum events, and volunteer opportunities, maintaining open communication channels via our online portal and parent-teacher consultation system.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer over 20 clubs covering sports, arts, STEM and community service, with specialist coaching and opportunities for inter-school competitions and collaborative projects.
