Business Details
Brandon Primary Academy Durham
Brandon Primary Academy stands as a cornerstone of educational excellence in the heart of our community. Established to nurture young minds from their earliest learning steps, we provide a vibrant, secure environment where high expectations drive academic achievement and personal growth. Our dedicated team fosters confidence and resilience while promoting democratic values that empower children to find their voice. With a curriculum enriched by diverse opportunities, we cultivate character development and a lifelong love of reading.Our commitment to inclusivity ensures pupils with special educational needs achieve equally high standards. Recognised by OFSTED for our strong early years foundation and comprehensive pupil development, we embody our motto 'Believe, Achieve, Succeed, Inspire' in every classroom. As part of the Advance Learning Partnership, we maintain rigorous quality standards while remaining deeply connected to local educational needs.
Services
School Admissions
SEND Support
Curriculum Provision
Pupil Safeguarding
Community Engagement
Highlights and features
- OFSTED 2024 rated 'high expectations for pupils' achievement and behaviour'
- Specialist SEND support achieving excellent outcomes for children with needs
- Award-winning personal development curriculum based on core values
- Proven track record of strong early years foundation provision
- Community-focused education with Durham-specific contextual understanding
What people say
High expectations for achievement
Strong early years provision
Excellent SEND outcomes
Values-driven education
Community engagement
Services
School Admissions
Our structured admissions process ensures smooth entry for new pupils. We maintain clear criteria aligned with Durham's educational policies while prioritising local community needs. The system supports both regular intake and mid-year transfers through transparent procedures documented in our prospectus.
SEND Support
Special Educational Needs provision combines specialist expertise with mainstream integration. Our SENCo coordinates tailored learning plans while maintaining high achievement standards. Regular progress reviews ensure continuous support adaptation to individual requirements within our inclusive educational framework.
Curriculum Provision
Our curriculum balances national standards with character development. From early years foundation through key stages, we deliver academic rigour alongside personal growth opportunities. The programme incorporates e-safety education, British values, and residential experiences to broaden horizons.
Pupil Safeguarding
Comprehensive safeguarding measures protect all pupils through trained staff and established protocols. Our policies cover online safety, physical security, and emotional wellbeing. Regular audits ensure compliance with current legislation while maintaining our 'safe' environment ethos.
Community Engagement
We maintain strong community connections through outreach programmes and parental involvement initiatives. Our governance structure includes local representatives ensuring community needs shape our educational approach. Partnerships with local organisations enhance learning opportunities beyond the classroom environment.
People
Mr C Baines
Executive Headteacher
Mr Baines leads strategic direction across the ALP Trust, ensuring consistent educational standards while supporting local school autonomy through collaborative leadership approaches.
Mrs K McGough
Head of School
Mrs McGough manages daily operations at Brandon Primary, implementing the Trust's vision through practical initiatives that maintain our welcoming learning environment and high achievement standards.
Miss T Whitfield-Gash
Office Manager
Miss Whitfield-Gash coordinates administrative operations, serving as primary contact for parents and managing essential school communications with professional efficiency and community focus.
Mrs Louise Stabler
SENCo
Mrs Stabler specialises in SEND provision, developing individualised support plans while ensuring statutory compliance and maintaining our track record of excellent outcomes for all pupils.
Mr Simon Bartlett
Chair of Governors
Mr Bartlett leads governance oversight, ensuring strategic accountability while maintaining community representation in the school's decision-making processes and quality standards.
Questions
What makes Brandon Primary Academy unique?
Our OFSTED-rated provision combines academic excellence with values-driven personal development in a community-focused setting.
How does the school support children with SEND?
Specialist SENCo-led provision achieves excellent outcomes through tailored support plans and inclusive classroom integration.
What curriculum approach do you use?
We balance national standards with character development through e-safety education, British values, and residential experiences.
How are parents involved in the school?
Regular communication channels and community engagement initiatives maintain strong parental involvement in our educational approach.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
Comprehensive child protection policies cover online safety, physical security, and emotional wellbeing through trained staff.
How do you prepare children for future education?
Our curriculum develops resilience and democratic principles while maintaining high academic standards for future success.
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