Business Details
Allesley Primary School - Nurturing Young Minds in Coventry
Allesley Primary School is a nurturing educational institution where every child and their family are at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated team fosters a supportive environment that prioritises mental health and wellbeing, ensuring each child feels valued and understood. Through our six core valuesrespect, positivity, honesty, compassion, independence, and perseverancewe empower students to achieve their full potential. With a focus on individualised learning and community engagement, we provide a curriculum enriched by extracurricular activities, outdoor learning, and specialist teaching.Our staff, including safeguarding leads and subject specialists, work collaboratively to address each child's unique needs, fostering confidence and resilience. We maintain strong partnerships with families and the local community, offering wraparound care through our Bluebirds scheme and promoting lifelong learning. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Ofsted-rated provision and continuous efforts to innovate while upholding traditional values of care and education.
Services
Primary Education
After-School Clubs
SEND Support
Curriculum Enrichment
Parental Engagement
Outdoor Learning
Student Leadership Programmes
Highlights and features
- We offer a values-driven education with six core principles guiding student development
- Our staff includes specialist teachers and safeguarding experts with tailored support
- We provide wraparound care through our Bluebirds after-school and holiday programme
- Our curriculum integrates outdoor learning and creative approaches to education
- We maintain strong home-school partnerships with regular parental engagement opportunities
What people say
Lovely teachers
Great food
Positive mindset
Creative school
Kind environment
Services
Primary Education
We deliver a comprehensive primary education programme following the EYFS and national curriculum frameworks. Our approach combines academic rigor with creative learning, supported by specialist teachers in music, science, and modern languages. Students benefit from outdoor learning spaces and a values-based character education programme that develops essential life skills.
After-School Clubs
Our Bluebirds wraparound scheme provides supervised care before and after school hours, plus holiday provision for children aged 3-11. The programme includes educational activities, creative play, and structured support in a familiar environment. We also offer lunchtime supervision for nursery children attending full-day sessions.
SEND Support
We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs and disabilities through our dedicated SENCo and inclusion team. Our approach focuses on early identification, individualised learning plans, and collaboration with external specialists to ensure every child receives appropriate support to thrive academically and socially.
Curriculum Enrichment
Our enriched curriculum includes specialist teaching in music, art, science, and physical education. Students participate in sports competitions, creative projects, and outdoor learning activities. We offer leadership opportunities through school councils, house captains, and peer mentoring programmes to develop confidence and responsibility.
Parental Engagement
We maintain strong home-school partnerships through regular parents' evenings, workshops, and communication channels. Our Parent Hub provides resources and support for families, while our PTA organises community-building events. We offer specific guidance for admissions, wellbeing, and curriculum understanding.
People
Mrs L Hoey
Headteacher
Mrs Hoey is our dedicated headteacher who leads with a clear vision for student wellbeing and academic excellence. She oversees safeguarding, curriculum development, and staff mentoring while championing the school's core values.
Mrs A Sharp
Deputy Safeguarding Lead
Mrs Sharp manages inclusion and special educational needs provision while teaching Year 1. She coordinates professional development and ensures our safeguarding practices meet the highest standards.
Mrs L Edwards
Assistant Head Teacher
Mrs Edwards leads Key Stage 1 and 2 curriculum development, music education, and lunchtime supervision. She plays a key role in shaping our creative and arts-focused learning programmes.
Mr R Lapworth
Assistant Head Teacher
Mr Lapworth oversees Key Stage 2 teaching, computing provision, and geography curriculum development. He ensures our older students receive excellent preparation for secondary education.
Mrs J Shenton
School Business Manager
Mrs Shenton manages the school's financial and operational systems, ensuring efficient administration that supports our educational mission and community focus.
Questions
What are the school's core values?
Our six core values are respect, positivity, honesty, compassion, independence, and perseverance, which guide all aspects of school life.
What after-school provision do you offer?
Our Bluebirds scheme provides before and after school care, plus holiday provision for ages 3-11, with educational and recreational activities.
How do you support special educational needs?
We have a dedicated SENCo and inclusion team who provide tailored support plans, specialist resources, and collaboration with external professionals.
What curriculum do you follow?
We follow the EYFS framework and national curriculum, enhanced with specialist teaching in music, languages, science, and outdoor learning.
How can parents get involved?
Parents can join our PTA, attend workshops, participate in regular parents' evenings, and access our Parent Hub resources.
What facilities do you have?
We have outdoor learning spaces, an allotment, specialist teaching rooms, and modern facilities supporting creative and physical education.
