Business Details
Trusted Primary Education in Islington, London
Rotherfield Primary School is passionately committed to nurturing children's futures through high-quality education in partnership with parents. Our dedicated staff, including specialists in Early Years and subject-specific areas, provide a curriculum designed to help every child achieve their full potential. With a focus on safeguarding, inclusivity, and innovative teaching methods, we create a supportive environment where learning thrives. Our leadership team brings extensive experience in education, including national accreditations for language programs and mathematics mastery.We maintain strong community ties and collaborate with local authorities and external agencies to ensure holistic child development. Our school operates within the Growth Learning Collective, offering structured school days and extracurricular opportunities that foster academic excellence and personal growth.
Services
Early Years Education
Primary Curriculum Delivery
Safeguarding Programs
Special Educational Needs Support
Language and Maths Mastery
School Admissions Guidance
Parent Partnership Services
Highlights and features
- Experienced leadership team with national accreditations in language and maths programs
- Specialist subject leaders in Early Years, Science, and Mathematics
- Award-winning Primary Science Teaching expertise
- Comprehensive safeguarding policies aligned with statutory guidelines
- Collaboration with local authorities and educational trusts for continuous improvement
Services
Early Years Education
Our Early Years program follows statutory frameworks to develop foundational skills through play-based learning. Qualified teachers create stimulating environments for children aged 3-5. The curriculum focuses on communication, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional growth.
Primary Curriculum Delivery
We deliver the National Curriculum through structured lessons in core and foundation subjects. Our approach combines mastery learning with creative cross-curricular projects. Regular assessments track progress while maintaining child-centred engagement across Years 1-6.
Safeguarding Programs
Comprehensive safeguarding measures include designated leads, staff training, and multi-agency collaboration. We follow statutory guidelines for child protection, with clear reporting procedures and support systems for vulnerable pupils and families.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our SENCO coordinates tailored support for children with additional needs. We implement individual education plans, specialist interventions, and regular parent consultations. The school works with external professionals to ensure inclusive learning environments.
Language and Maths Mastery
We employ specialist teachers for language programs and mathematics mastery. Our CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) approach enhances language acquisition, while mastery techniques develop deep mathematical understanding through problem-solving and reasoning.
People
Paul Thomas
Executive Headteacher
BSc in Environmental Science with Education, MA in Special and Inclusive Education, and NPQ in Executive Leadership. Led schools to national recognition for language programs and international accreditations.
Nia Silverwood
Head of School
History and Politics graduate with 17 years' education experience, including senior leadership roles. Specialises in curriculum development and teaching standards, previously leading London North East maths hub initiatives.
Chloe Lister
Deputy Headteacher
First-class Drama graduate with PGCE. Award-winning Primary Science Teacher, achieved Science Quality Mark. Specialises in Maths mastery and Science education across all Key Stages.
Kimberley Smart
SENCO
Psychology graduate with PGCE. Experienced teacher across Key Stages 4-6. Specialises in safeguarding and special educational needs, coordinating tailored support for vulnerable pupils.
Emily Meadows
Assistant Headteacher
First-class BA graduate with PGCE distinction. Specialises in Mathematics education, completed NPQ in Leading Teaching. Brings international teaching experience from Japan and Australia.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We teach children aged 3-11 years across Nursery to Year 6.
How do I apply for a school place?
Applications are made through Islington Council's website and our specific admissions form.
What specialist programs do you offer?
We specialise in language programs, mathematics mastery, and science education with national accreditations.
How do you support children with additional needs?
Our SENCO coordinates individualised support plans and collaborates with external specialists.
What are your school hours?
Office hours: 8:00am-4:30pm. Teaching hours: 8:55am-3:30pm daily.
How do you ensure child safety?
We follow statutory safeguarding guidelines with designated leads and multi-agency collaboration.
