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Inspiring a Love of Learning at Bournehall
Bournehall Primary School has been dedicated to fostering a love of learning since its establishment in 1969. Our school community is built on core values of respect, resilience, empathy, and reflection, which underpin both our academic curriculum and personal development programmes. We deliver a broad, creative curriculum enriched by practical experiences, outdoor learning, and digital technologies to cultivate independent, lifelong learners. Our staff combine subject expertise with a commitment to nurturing each child's unique potential, ensuring they develop the knowledge, skills, and character needed for modern Britain and the global community.We maintain strong partnerships with families and local organisations while embedding British Values through democratic processes, rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. Our curriculum, aligned with the Chris Quigley Essentials Framework, ensures progressive mastery of knowledge and skills across all subjects. With a focus on oracy as the foundation for learning, we create inclusive, stimulating environments where every member of our school community feels valued and empowered to achieve excellence.
Services
Art and Design
Computing
Design Technology
Phonics Instruction
Physical Education
Religious Education
Science Teaching
French Language
Personal Development
Outdoor Learning
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We implement the Chris Quigley Essentials Curriculum for deep subject mastery
- Our values-based education embeds British Values through daily practice
- Specialist teachers deliver music, PE, and modern foreign languages
- Extensive outdoor learning spaces enhance practical education
- Strong parent-school partnerships support pupil wellbeing and development
What people say
Excellent communication
Caring teachers
Creative curriculum
Welcoming atmosphere
Strong community links
Services
Art and Design
Our Art and Design curriculum develops creativity through practical activities including drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media. Pupils explore techniques while studying diverse artists and cultural traditions. Projects integrate with other subjects to reinforce cross-curricular learning, with opportunities to display work in school exhibitions.
Computing
Computing education combines computer science, digital literacy, and information technology. Children learn coding through Scratch and Python, develop safe internet practices, and use software for creative projects. Our networked devices and interactive whiteboards support modern digital competencies aligned with National Curriculum requirements.
Design Technology
Design Technology teaches practical problem-solving through creating functional products. Pupils follow iterative processes to design, make, and evaluate items using various materials. Food technology introduces healthy cooking skills while construction projects develop engineering understanding through hands-on challenges.
Phonics Instruction
Systematic synthetic phonics follows the Letters and Sounds programme with daily 20-minute sessions. Children progress through six phases, developing decoding skills for reading and spelling. Additional interventions like Read Write Inc ensure all pupils achieve age-related expectations in literacy fundamentals.
Physical Education
PE curriculum includes gymnastics, dance, swimming, and team sports. Specialist coaches deliver weekly swimming lessons while after-school clubs offer football, netball, and martial arts. Competitive inter-house events and participation in local school tournaments develop physical coordination and teamwork skills.
People
Mr Steven Wells
Head Teacher
With over 20 years' experience in primary education leadership, Mr Wells champions values-based learning and curriculum innovation. He oversees school strategy and staff development while maintaining close parent-school communication.
Mrs A Boorn
Deputy Head Teacher
Mrs Boorn leads teaching standards and curriculum implementation across key stages. Her expertise in early years education informs whole-school pedagogical approaches and staff mentoring programmes.
Questions
What curriculum does Bournehall follow?
We follow the National Curriculum enhanced by the Chris Quigley Essentials Framework, focusing on deep subject mastery and cross-curricular learning.
How are parents involved in school life?
Parents participate through regular consultations, class workshops, and the Friends of Bournehall School organisation supporting extracurricular activities.
What special educational needs provision exists?
Our SENDCo coordinates tailored support including speech therapy, occupational therapy programmes, and individual learning plans with regular parent updates.
Are after-school clubs available?
We offer varied after-school activities including sports, coding, art, and music clubs, plus supervised homework support through our Breakfast and After-School Club.
How does the school promote British Values?
British Values are embedded through weekly assemblies, pupil councils, PSHE lessons, and community projects that explore democracy, rule of law, and mutual respect.
What outdoor learning facilities exist?
Our grounds include dedicated areas for forest school activities, gardening projects, and outdoor STEM learning with access to nearby Moatfield recreation ground.
