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Welcome to Boothferry Primary School - Nurturing Ambition, Resilience & International Mindedness
We are Boothferry Primary School, a multi-cultural community school that places family values at the core of our ethos. Our innovative international curriculum fosters ambition and resilience, enabling children to develop into confident, capable learners. We prioritise individual growth, ensuring every child achieves their full potential through tailored academic support and a focus on global awareness. With a team dedicated to excellence, we maintain strong safeguarding practices and inclusive policies that celebrate diversity.Our recent Ofsted report highlights exceptional SEND provision, outstanding pupil behaviour, and a vibrant curriculum that brings learning to life through immersive experiences. We pride ourselves on cultivating respect, cooperation, and international mindedness across all aspects of school life.
Services
Primary Education
SEND Support
EAL Programmes
After-School Clubs
Curriculum Enrichment Activities
Highlights and features
- We are a multi-cultural school with family values at our core
- Our international curriculum develops resilient, ambitious learners
- Ofsted praised our exemplary SEND support and pupil progress
- We embed British Values and global awareness across learning
- Staff provide tailored academic and pastoral support for all pupils
What people say
Very happy place to learn
SEND support is exemplary
Vibrant curriculum brings learning to life
Pupils behave consistently well
Celebrates diversity and international mindedness
Services
Primary Education
We provide comprehensive primary education for children aged 411, following the Early Years Foundation Stage and National Curriculum. Our dedicated teachers create stimulating learning environments that prioritise literacy, numeracy, and creative subjects. By tracking individual progress carefully, we ensure every child receives appropriate challenge and support to achieve academic excellence.
SEND Support
Our SEND provision delivers tailored support for pupils with additional needs, including individual learning plans and specialist resources. We work closely with external agencies to implement targeted interventions that enable all learners to access the curriculum successfully. Recent Ofsted inspectors praised this provision as exemplary in their report.
EAL Programmes
We offer targeted EAL programmes to support pupils learning English as an additional language, ensuring full curriculum access. Our multilingual resources and culturally responsive teaching strategies help maintain pupils' linguistic heritage while developing fluency in English through immersive language practice and peer support initiatives.
After-School Clubs
We provide a variety of after-school clubs covering sports, arts, and academic enrichment to extend learning beyond the classroom. These activities promote teamwork, physical development, and specialist skills in areas like music and technology. Current options include swimming lessons and creative arts workshops.
Curriculum Enrichment
Our curriculum enrichment activities include historical museum showcases, themed learning weeks like Armistice Day, and international projects that bring learning to life. These experiences develop critical thinking and contextual understanding, as evidenced by pupils' enthusiastic engagement with World War I historical artefacts during recent school events.
People
Mike Sibley
Headteacher
Mike Sibley leads Boothferry Primary School with a focus on inclusive education and international curriculum development. He actively promotes the school's core values while maintaining strong community connections and Ofsted-recognised teaching standards.
Mrs Petch
Year 6 Teacher
Mrs Petch teaches Year 6 pupils and organises cultural history events, including collaborations with the Goole War Memorial Historical Society to enhance pupils' understanding of historical contexts through artefact study.
Miss Linklater
Teacher
Miss Linklater contributes to curriculum development and coordinates swimming programmes that have helped pupils like Lily achieve Swim England qualifications through structured, progressive water safety and swimming instruction.
Questions
What curriculum does Boothferry Primary provide?
We deliver an ambitious international curriculum focused on core academic skills, British Values, and global awareness through immersive, practical learning experiences.
Does Boothferry Primary support SEND pupils?
Yes, we provide exemplary SEND support with specialist staff and tailored learning strategies to help all pupils achieve their potential.
How does the school involve families?
We maintain strong family engagement through regular communication, parental involvement in learning activities, and community-focused events.
Is Boothferry Primary a safe environment?
Yes, we have rigorous safeguarding procedures and Ofsted highlighted children's strong understanding of safety and respect.
