Business Details
Welcome to Rawdon St Peters C Of E Primary School
Established in 1710 as the 'Old Town School', Rawdon St Peters C Of E Primary School has evolved into a distinguished educational institution rooted in Christian values. Our school combines centuries of tradition with a modern, inclusive curriculum designed to unlock every child's potential. With strong ties to St Peter's Church and the local community, we foster a nurturing environment where academic excellence and spiritual development coexist. Our dedicated staff deliver a language-rich, challenging educational experience that prepares children for the complexities of modern society.Through partnerships with Green Meadows Academy and the Aireborough Learning Partnership, we maintain high standards while embracing innovation in teaching methods. Our curriculum promotes critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills within a child-centred framework that reflects our core values of thankfulness, honesty, fairness, endurance, love, friendship, and respect.
Services
Primary Education
Special Educational Needs Support
Christian Values Curriculum
Safeguarding Programme
Parental Engagement Activities
Outdoor Learning
Emergency Aid Training
Bikeability Courses
Highlights and features
- We offer 314 years of educational heritage combined with modern teaching methods
- Our curriculum integrates Christian values with national educational standards
- We maintain strong partnerships with local schools and community organisations
- Our staff includes specialist educators with specific subject leadership roles
- We provide comprehensive safeguarding education through our PSHE curriculum
Services
Primary Education
We deliver a comprehensive primary education programme following the National Curriculum. Our child-centred approach combines academic instruction with character development through Christian values. The curriculum includes core subjects, creative arts, and physical education delivered in a language-rich environment that challenges all ability levels.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our dedicated SENCO and support team provide tailored educational plans for children with additional needs. We maintain close partnerships with specialist agencies to ensure inclusive learning opportunities. Regular progress assessments and parent consultations help adapt teaching methods to individual requirements within our mainstream classroom setting.
Safeguarding Programme
Our safeguarding curriculum teaches personal safety, online security, and emotional resilience. Age-appropriate lessons cover road safety, water safety, and emergency response training. All staff receive regular safeguarding updates while our designated leads maintain close contact with external child protection agencies and support services.
Outdoor Learning
We incorporate outdoor learning experiences across all year groups to enhance environmental awareness and practical skills. The programme includes nature studies, team-building activities, and curriculum-linked projects that utilise our school grounds and local countryside. These experiences develop physical coordination and ecological understanding.
Parental Engagement Activities
We offer regular parent-teacher meetings, curriculum workshops, and family learning sessions to strengthen home-school partnerships. Our Parent Teacher Association organises community events and fundraising activities. We provide home learning resources and maintain open communication channels through newsletters and digital platforms.
People
Miss L Clapham
Headteacher
With NPQH, NPQEL, and SLE qualifications, Miss Clapham leads our school with a focus on educational excellence and Christian values. She oversees safeguarding and strategic development while maintaining close links with St Peter's Church and the wider community.
Mrs C Lydon
Assistant Headteacher
Mrs Lydon serves as Assistant Headteacher and Reading & Upper Key Stage 2 Leader. She supports curriculum development and staff training while maintaining her role as a Deputy Safeguarding Lead and class teacher for Year 6 students.
Mrs J Oliver
Special Educational Needs Coordinator
As NASENCo and Deputy Safeguarding Lead, Mrs Oliver coordinates our SEN provision and supports inclusive education. She works closely with teaching staff and external specialists to develop individual learning plans while maintaining pastoral care responsibilities.
Revd Rachel Ford
Vicar of St Peter's Church
Appointed in July 2023, Revd Ford leads worship at St Peter's Church and maintains strong connections with our school. She regularly participates in school activities and supports our Christian values curriculum through collaborative religious education programmes.
Mrs V Huzzey
School Business Manager
Mrs Huzzey oversees financial operations and administrative functions as School Business Manager. She manages information requests, coordinates school communications, and ensures compliance with financial regulations while supporting strategic planning initiatives.
Questions
What are your school's core Christian values?
Our core values include thankfulness, honesty, fairness, endurance, love, friendship, and respect, which guide our curriculum and daily interactions.
How do you support children with special educational needs?
We provide tailored learning plans, specialist resources, and regular progress assessments led by our qualified SENCO team in collaboration with external agencies.
What safeguarding education do you provide?
Our PSHE curriculum includes online safety, road safety, emergency response training, and emotional resilience education delivered through age-appropriate lessons.
How can parents get involved in school activities?
Parents can join our Parent Teacher Association, attend curriculum workshops, participate in family learning sessions, and contribute to community events.
What outdoor learning opportunities exist?
We offer curriculum-linked outdoor activities, nature studies, and team-building exercises across our grounds and local countryside for all year groups.
How do you prepare children for secondary education?
Our transition programme includes cross-curricular projects, leadership opportunities, and partnerships with local secondary schools to ensure smooth academic progression.
