Business Details
Trusted Primary Education in Anstey
Woolden Hill Primary School is an Ofsted-rated Good institution serving the Anstey community. Established over four decades ago, we provide a one-form entry primary education for 30 pupils per class, combining academic excellence with character development. Our curriculum integrates the Route to Resilience framework, fostering traits like perseverance, empathy, and curiosity through innovative learning environments including Forest School and Bradgate Park. As part of Discovery Schools Trust, we benefit from collaborative research into global teaching practices and access to specialist educational welfare services.Our mission focuses on nurturing independent learners prepared for technological challenges while maintaining a safe, respectful environment that celebrates individual achievements. The school's strategic partnerships and commitment to continuous improvement ensure pupils receive both cutting-edge resources and traditional educational values.
Services
Primary Education
SEND Support
Wrap-Around Care
Preschool Provision
Safeguarding Programmes
Highlights and features
- We maintain Ofsted-rated Good standards with proven teaching excellence
- Our Route to Resilience framework develops essential character traits
- Access to specialist educational psychology and speech therapy services
- Unique outdoor learning environments including Forest School and Bradgate Park
- Partnership with Discovery Schools Trust ensures cutting-edge resources
What people say
Wonderful school
Happy kind environment
Fantastic teachers
Excellent staff
Spot on events
Services
Primary Education
Our one-form entry primary education programme delivers the national curriculum through innovative teaching methods. With 30 pupils per class, we maintain personal attention while fostering academic excellence and character development. The programme includes specialist subject teaching and access to outdoor learning environments.
SEND Support
Specialist educational support services include access to EPIC's speech and language therapy and educational psychology. Our dedicated SENDCo coordinates tailored learning plans, ensuring all children receive appropriate support within our inclusive school environment.
Wrap-Around Care
Flexible childcare provision before and after school hours supports working families. The programme includes supervised activities and homework assistance, operating in our secure school environment with qualified staff oversight.
Preschool Provision
Woolden Ferns Preschool offers early childhood education for 3-5 year olds. The curriculum focuses on foundational skills through play-based learning, with access to specialist facilities and transition support to Reception classes.
Safeguarding
Comprehensive safeguarding measures include Operation Encompass partnership for domestic abuse support, Prevent duty compliance, and 24/7 reporting mechanisms. Our trained staff implement government guidelines to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
People
Mrs Candi Norman
Headteacher
Experienced educational leader with specialist expertise in primary curriculum development and school improvement strategies. Committed to maintaining Ofsted-rated Good standards through innovative teaching practices and staff development.
Mrs Erika Rumble
SENDCo
Specialist educator coordinating support for children with special educational needs. Implements tailored learning programmes and liaises with external specialists to ensure inclusive education for all pupils.
Mrs Dark
Administrator
Experienced school administrator managing day-to-day operations and parent communications. Provides essential support to teaching staff and ensures efficient school management systems.
Mrs Brown
Administrator
Key administrative team member handling school operations and parent liaison. Ensures smooth organisational processes and maintains accurate pupil records and school documentation.
B Gibson
Chair of Advisory Board
Governance leader overseeing strategic direction and school improvement initiatives. Works with the Discovery Schools Trust to maintain educational standards and ensure effective resource management.
Questions
What are the school's admission criteria?
We follow local authority admission policies with priority given to siblings and children with special educational needs. Detailed information is available on our website.
How does the school support children with special needs?
Our dedicated SENDCo coordinates specialist support including speech therapy and educational psychology services through our EPIC partnership.
What after-school care options are available?
Wrap-around care is provided before and after school hours with supervised activities and homework assistance in our secure school environment.
How does the school handle safeguarding concerns?
We operate Operation Encompass partnership, Prevent duty compliance, and have a dedicated Green Button reporting system for immediate safeguarding concerns.
What makes your curriculum unique?
Our Route to Resilience framework develops character traits alongside academic skills, with specialist outdoor learning environments including Forest School and Bradgate Park.
How do you involve parents in school life?
Regular open days, parent-teacher meetings, and WHA events create multiple engagement opportunities. We also offer paper copies of all website information upon request.
