Business Details
Inspiring Young Minds at Garstang Community Primary School
At Garstang Community Primary School, we are dedicated to nurturing each child's unique potential through a vibrant, inclusive learning environment. Our mission focuses on creating inspirational educational opportunities that prepare pupils for an ever-changing world. With a strong emphasis on emotional, social, and academic development, we cultivate enterprising, inquisitive young minds equipped with essential skills for future success. Our collaborative approach fosters strong partnerships with parents, building mutual trust to deliver exceptional educational outcomes. Through a dynamic curriculum, we encourage pupils to become active participants in local and global communities, developing crucial awareness of their role in society.Our experienced team, including specialist staff for special educational needs, delivers tailored support across all year groups. From Early Years Foundation Stage through Key Stages 1 and 2, we maintain consistent educational excellence across subjects including phonics, reading, and personal, social, health education. Our school's commitment to safeguarding and online safety ensures a secure environment for learning and growth. Recognised by OFSTED for our standards, we maintain transparent governance and financial accountability while continuously improving through parental feedback and community engagement.
Services
Early Years Education
Primary Curriculum Delivery
Special Educational Needs Support
Online Safety Education
Parental Engagement Programs
After School Clubs
Safeguarding Services
Educational Assessments
Highlights and features
- We provide specialist teaching across all primary curriculum areas
- Our SENCO team offers dedicated support for special educational needs
- We maintain OFSTED-recognised educational standards
- Our experienced leadership team includes qualified specialists
- We offer wraparound care and extended learning opportunities
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11 through an engaging, OFSTED-recognised curriculum. Our specialist teachers provide structured learning across all core subjects while nurturing emotional and social development. With small class sizes and tailored support, we ensure each child achieves their full potential in a safe, inclusive environment.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our dedicated SENCO team provides expert support for children with special educational needs. We implement individualised learning plans and specialist interventions while maintaining close communication with parents and external agencies. This service ensures all children access appropriate educational opportunities regardless of learning challenges.
Online Safety Education
We prioritise digital citizenship through comprehensive online safety education. Our program teaches children safe internet practices, responsible digital behaviour, and cyber risk awareness. This service includes parent workshops and curriculum integration to ensure children develop safe online habits alongside their technological skills.
People
Mrs Stephanie Reeves
Headteacher
Mrs Reeves leads our school with over 15 years' experience in primary education. She holds a BA (Hons) in Education and PGCE qualification, specialising in early years development. Her leadership focuses on inclusive learning and community engagement.
Mr A Dignan
Deputy Headteacher
Mr Dignan brings engineering expertise to education with a BEng (Hons) and PGCE. He specialises in STEM subjects and curriculum innovation, ensuring modern teaching methods align with national standards while inspiring student curiosity.
Mrs Y Robinson
School Business Manager
Mrs Robinson manages our school's operations with a BA (Hons) and Certified School Business Manager status. She ensures financial accountability and efficient resource allocation to support educational excellence across all departments.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We teach children aged 4-11 years across Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stages 1 and 2.
How do you support special educational needs?
Our dedicated SENCO team provides individualised support plans, specialist interventions, and regular parent consultations to address specific learning requirements.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain rigorous safeguarding protocols including staff DBS checks, online safety education, and immediate reporting procedures for any child protection concerns.
How can parents get involved?
Parents participate through regular consultations, school council representation, volunteer opportunities, and our active PTA fundraising group.
What after-school provisions exist?
We offer wraparound care from 7:30-8:30am and 3:15-6:00pm, plus various extracurricular clubs covering sports, arts, and academic enrichment.
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