Business Details
Trusted Primary School in Cradley, Herefordshire
Cradley C Of E School provides outstanding education and care for children from our local village, wider rural communities, and nearby towns. Nestled on the Herefordshire slopes of the Malvern Hills, our modern school buildings offer a beautiful setting for learning. Our pupils benefit from extensive play and sports areas, productive gardens, and a curriculum enriched by strong community partnerships. We maintain close ties with local organisations, including Cradley Church, to broaden pupils' horizons beyond the school environment. Parents and guardians actively support learning through practical help and fundraising initiatives. Our dedicated staff create an environment where students can question, think, and explore, supported by strong relationships between school, home, and the wider community.The school combines academic excellence with spiritual development through its Christian distinctiveness and collective worship practices. We offer specialist teaching in Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stages 1 and 2, and provide wraparound care through breakfast, after-school, and holiday clubs. Our curriculum is enhanced by forest school activities, digital leadership opportunities, and a focus on both academic and personal development. The school consistently achieves strong results in national assessments while maintaining its commitment to holistic education.
Services
Nursery Education
Reception Class
Key Stage 1
Key Stage 2
Forest School
Breakfast Club
After-School Club
Holiday Club
Special Educational Needs Support
Christian Education
Highlights and features
- We offer specialist teaching across Early Years and Key Stages
- Our forest school programme enhances outdoor learning experiences
- We maintain strong partnerships with local organisations and Cradley Church
- Our staff provide expert safeguarding and pastoral care
- We deliver consistently strong academic results with holistic development
What people say
Outstanding teaching
Caring staff
Beautiful setting
Strong community ties
Excellent results
Services
Nursery Education
Our nursery provision caters for children aged 3-4 years, following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. The programme focuses on play-based learning, social development, and foundational skills. Staffed by qualified early years specialists, we provide a nurturing environment that prepares children for formal schooling while maintaining strong links with parents and carers.
Key Stage 1
For children aged 5-7 years, our Key Stage 1 provision delivers the national curriculum through engaging, child-centred learning. Qualified teachers specialising in primary education create a stimulating environment for academic and personal growth. The curriculum includes core subjects alongside creative arts, physical education, and outdoor learning experiences in our extensive grounds.
Forest School
Our forest school programme offers regular outdoor education sessions for all age groups. Qualified forest school leaders guide pupils in developing practical skills, environmental awareness, and teamwork abilities. The programme utilises our natural grounds to enhance learning across multiple curriculum areas while promoting physical development and risk management skills.
Special Educational Needs Support
We provide tailored support for pupils with special educational needs through our dedicated SENCO and experienced teaching assistants. The school maintains an inclusive approach with individualised learning plans, specialist resources, and close collaboration with parents and external professionals. Our staff receive regular training to ensure they can effectively support diverse learning needs across all classroom settings.
Christian Education
Our Christian education programme forms a core part of school life, with regular collective worship and religious education lessons. Led by qualified staff, the curriculum explores Christian values, biblical teachings, and spiritual development. We maintain strong links with Cradley Church and participate in community worship activities, while respecting the diverse backgrounds of all pupils in our inclusive environment.
People
Mrs Jones
Head Teacher
Mrs Jones leads the school with responsibility for assessment, worship, art, and early years provision. She holds a B.A. (Hons) degree and serves as Designated Safeguarding Lead, overseeing pupil welfare across the school.
Miss Guy
Deputy Head Teacher
Miss Guy serves as Deputy Head Teacher and SENCO, specialising in curriculum development, computing, and English. She holds a B.Ed. (Hons) degree and mentors early career teachers while overseeing safeguarding and special educational needs provision.
Mrs Morgan
School Business Manager
Mrs Morgan manages the school's business operations with a B.Sc. (Hons) background. She oversees financial management, administrative systems, and supports the leadership team in strategic planning and resource allocation.
Mrs Grizzell
Class Teacher
Mrs Grizzell teaches Class 1 while leading modern foreign languages, physical education, and personal, social, health, and citizenship education. She holds a B.A. (Hons) and PGCE qualification, bringing specialist expertise to her teaching areas.
Mr Probert
Class Teacher
Mr Probert teaches Class 4 with responsibility for history, geography, and mathematics. He holds a B.Ec. (Hons) degree and specialises in delivering engaging lessons that connect curriculum subjects with real-world applications.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide education for children aged 3-11 years, including nursery, reception, and Key Stages 1 and 2.
What special educational needs support is available?
Our dedicated SENCO and teaching assistants provide tailored support with individualised learning plans and specialist resources for all pupils needing additional help.
How do you incorporate outdoor learning?
Our forest school programme offers regular outdoor education sessions across all year groups using our natural grounds for practical skill development and environmental learning.
What Christian education provision exists?
We deliver collective worship, religious education, and spiritual development through our Christian distinctiveness programme with strong links to Cradley Church.
What after-school care options are available?
We offer breakfast club from 7:45am, after-school club until 5:30pm, and holiday club provision for working parents' convenience.
How do you involve parents in school life?
Parents actively support learning through practical help, fundraising projects, and maintaining close communication with staff to enhance pupil opportunities.
