Business Details
Ampertaine Controlled Primary School
Ampertaine Controlled Primary School serves as a dedicated educational institution committed to nurturing the academic and personal development of children aged 5 to 11. Our small rural school provides a tailored learning environment for 120 pupils, supported by 7 qualified teachers, 5 classroom assistants, and 1 administrative staff member. We prioritise creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating atmosphere where every child's potential is recognised and cultivated. The school actively engages with parents, local residents, and community stakeholders to ensure our educational approach aligns with the needs of our rural setting. Our curriculum is designed to foster ambition, confidence, reliability, integrity, and spirited engagement through both academic and extracurricular activities. The institution maintains strong partnerships with local organisations and educational bodies to enhance learning opportunities.Our staff team brings extensive experience in primary education, with a particular focus on individualised attention within our small class sizes. We operate extended services including free breakfast provision from 8:00am-8:40am and an after-school club offering homework support and recreational activities. The school's governance structure includes a management committee representing diverse community interests. We maintain robust safeguarding protocols and regularly review our policies to ensure child protection standards remain current. Our facilities have undergone significant improvements over our 18-year tenure at the current site, accommodating both educational and community needs.
Services
Primary Education
After-school Club
Breakfast Provision
Special Educational Needs Support
Community Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We offer small class sizes ensuring individual attention for each child
- Our experienced teaching team has over 100 combined years of experience
- We maintain strong community partnerships for enhanced learning opportunities
- Our extended services include free breakfast provision and after-school care
- Our management committee represents diverse community interests for balanced governance
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme caters to children aged 5-11 through a comprehensive, age-appropriate curriculum. Classes are organised in mixed-age groupings (P1-P7) to facilitate peer learning, with experienced teachers and classroom assistants providing individualised attention. The programme develops core academic skills while nurturing social, emotional and creative development through diverse learning experiences.
After-school Club
The after-school club operates daily from 2:00pm-5:00pm, offering supervised homework support followed by recreational activities. Children receive a snack and engage in structured play, arts and crafts, computer access, and outdoor games tailored to seasonal conditions. This service costs 3 per hour during term time and provides flexible childcare for working families.
Breakfast Provision
A free breakfast service is available from 8:00am-8:40am, offering juice, toast and cereal to all pupils. Supervised by teaching staff, this programme ensures children start their school day nourished and prepared for learning. Voluntary contributions are welcome to support ongoing provision.
Community Partnerships
The school maintains collaborative relationships with local organisations including the DENI (Department of Education Northern Ireland) and regional educational partners. These partnerships enhance learning opportunities through shared resources, cultural exchanges, and community-focused projects that enrich the educational experience beyond the classroom.
Special Needs Support
Through regional support programmes, the school receives specialist assistance for pupils requiring additional support in areas such as speech and language development, motor skills, and sensory processing. This provision ensures all children can access appropriate educational resources and participate fully in school activities.
People
Mrs Angela Michael
Early Years Group Coordinator
Mrs Michael oversees the Little Amps Early Years Group, bringing extensive experience in early childhood education to our 3-4 year old provision. She has been instrumental in developing our cross-community childcare initiatives.
Questions
What age group does Ampertaine Primary School cater to?
We educate children aged 5 to 11 years (Primary 1 to Primary 7).
Are there before and after school care options available?
Yes, we offer free breakfast provision from 8:00am-8:40am and an after-school club from 2:00pm-5:00pm.
What community partnerships exist at the school?
We collaborate with DENI, regional educational partners and maintain cross-community initiatives.
How are special educational needs supported?
Through regional support programmes addressing speech, motor skills and sensory processing requirements.
Are there extended hours childcare options?
Our after-school club provides flexible care from 2:00pm-5:00pm at £3 per hour.
