Business Details
Meadhurst Primary School - Nurturing Young Minds in Surrey
Meadhurst Primary School is a dedicated educational institution serving children aged 3 to 11 in Surrey. Our values of trust, honesty, resilience, respect, proficiency, and kindness underpin every aspect of our teaching and pastoral care. We provide a nurturing environment where pupils develop into confident, lifelong learners through a language-rich, diverse curriculum. Our team of experienced educators delivers a flexible, inclusive approach that prepares children academically and personally for future challenges. As part of The Howard Partnership Trust, we benefit from shared expertise across 13 schools while maintaining our unique identity.Our Early Years Foundation Stage programme offers stimulating indoor and outdoor learning spaces, with wraparound care available. We prioritise parental partnership to ensure each child thrives, offering both 15-hour and 30-hour nursery sessions. The school's curriculum is designed to embed knowledge systematically while fostering curiosity and resilience. With strong safeguarding protocols and a commitment to special educational needs provision, we create an inclusive community where every child's potential is recognised. Our facilities include bespoke outdoor learning areas and modern classrooms that support holistic development.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Provision
Special Educational Needs Support
After-School Clubs
Parental Workshops
Highlights and features
- We offer a values-driven curriculum focused on trust, resilience and academic excellence
- Our experienced educators deliver tailored support for diverse learning needs
- Bespoke outdoor learning environments enhance practical understanding of concepts
- We maintain strong parental partnerships to support each child's development
- Specialist SEND provision ensures inclusive education for all abilities
Services
Primary Education
Meadhurst Primary School delivers comprehensive Key Stage 1 and 2 education through a values-driven curriculum. Our approach combines academic rigour with character development, focusing on core subjects while nurturing creativity and critical thinking. Qualified teachers use diverse teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles.
Nursery Provision
Our Ofsted-registered nursery provides 15 and 30-hour childcare for 3-4 year olds. The programme follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, offering structured learning through play in purpose-built indoor and outdoor spaces with qualified early years practitioners.
Special Educational Needs Support
We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs through our dedicated SENCO team. This includes individual learning plans, specialist resources, and collaboration with external agencies to ensure inclusive education for all pupils.
After-School Clubs
A range of after-school activities are available, including sports, arts, and academic enrichment programmes. These clubs run daily from 3:15pm to 4:15pm, offering supervised engagement opportunities that complement our core curriculum.
Parental Workshops
We offer regular workshops to help parents support their children's learning at home. Sessions cover curriculum topics, learning strategies, and child development to strengthen the home-school partnership and enhance educational outcomes.
People
Grace Shaw-Powell
Principal
Grace Shaw-Powell leads Meadhurst Primary School with over 15 years' experience in primary education leadership. She champions values-based learning and community engagement, ensuring every child receives tailored support to achieve their potential.
Vanessa Wallden
Head of SEND and Inclusion
Vanessa Wallden oversees special educational needs provision with specialist expertise in inclusive education strategies. She coordinates tailored support plans and collaborates with external specialists to ensure all pupils access appropriate learning resources and environments.
Mara Dowsett
Vice Principal
Mara Dowsett supports school leadership with curriculum development and staff training. Her focus on pedagogical innovation helps maintain high teaching standards across all key stages and subjects.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We educate children from nursery age (3 years) through to Year 6 (11 years).
Do you offer wraparound childcare?
Yes, we provide before and after school care at additional cost.
How do you support special educational needs?
Our specialist SENCO team delivers tailored support plans in collaboration with parents.
What curriculum do you follow?
We follow the National Curriculum with enhanced focus on language development and life skills.
How can parents get involved?
We offer regular workshops and encourage parental participation in school activities.
