Business Details
St Agatha's Catholic Primary School
St Agatha's Catholic Primary School has been serving the Kingston Upon Thames community since 1895, providing inclusive education for children aged 3 to 11. Our Catholic ethos underpins all aspects of learning, while welcoming families of all faiths and backgrounds. With a dedicated team of staff, we create a nurturing environment where every child's uniqueness is celebrated. Our curriculum is designed to ignite curiosity and foster lifelong learning through play-based and academic approaches. We maintain strong partnerships with parents and the local community to support children's holistic development.The school's commitment to safeguarding is evidenced by rigorous staff training and collaboration with external agencies. Our nursery provision offers early years education that prepares children for their future learning journey. We provide transparent communication channels through regular newsletters, parent consultations, and digital platforms. The school's sustainability initiatives demonstrate our responsibility to environmental stewardship. Our facilities include secure grounds with controlled access, ensuring a safe learning environment for all pupils.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Provision
Safeguarding Services
Special Educational Needs
Parent Consultations
Highlights and features
- We have over 125 years of experience in primary education
- Our Catholic ethos welcomes families from all faiths and backgrounds
- We provide specialist nursery education with play-based learning
- Our safeguarding practices meet national standards with trained staff
- We maintain strong parent-teacher partnerships for child development
What people say
Welcoming inclusive setting
Child flourishing
Enthusiastic learning
Language skills improved
Confident children
Services
Primary Education
St Agatha's provides comprehensive primary education for children aged 5-11. Our curriculum follows national standards while incorporating Catholic values. Qualified teachers deliver structured lessons across all core subjects with specialist support for mathematics, literacy, and science. The school maintains small class sizes to ensure individual attention and academic progress.
Nursery Provision
Our nursery offers early years education for children aged 3-5. The play-based curriculum develops foundational skills through structured activities and free exploration. Staff focus on social development, language acquisition, and motor skills. Children benefit from school facilities while receiving age-appropriate care in a secure environment.
Safeguarding Services
The school maintains rigorous safeguarding protocols with trained staff and designated leads. Regular training ensures compliance with national standards. We work closely with external agencies and maintain clear reporting procedures. Parents receive safeguarding information through policy documents and consultations.
Special Educational Needs
Specialist staff provide tailored support for children with additional needs. Our SENDCOs coordinate individual learning plans and collaborate with external professionals. The school implements recommended interventions while maintaining inclusion in mainstream classes where appropriate.
Parent Consultations
Regular parent-teacher meetings provide updates on child progress. Staff discuss academic achievements, social development, and areas needing improvement. Consultations offer opportunities for parents to share concerns and collaborate on support strategies for home and school environments.
People
Mrs Elizabeth Cahill
Headteacher
Mrs Cahill leads St Agatha's with over 20 years of educational leadership experience. She oversees school operations, staff development, and strategic direction while maintaining safeguarding responsibilities.
Mrs Sharon Laws
SENDCo
Mrs Laws coordinates special educational needs provision with specialist training and experience. She develops individual learning plans and collaborates with external professionals to support pupil requirements.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We accept children aged 3-11 years through our nursery and primary school.
Is religious affiliation required?
While we're a Catholic school, we welcome families of all faiths and backgrounds.
How do you support early years development?
Our nursery uses play-based learning with qualified staff to develop key skills.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
All staff receive regular safeguarding training with designated leads for child protection.
How can parents get involved?
We encourage parental involvement through consultations, events, and regular communication.
