We Care, We Share, We Value
Welcome to Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, a proud and happy school located in the town centre of St Helens. As a one form entry Catholic primary school, we serve a culturally diverse community of over 215 wonderful children from Nursery to Year 6. Our children, staff, parents, and parish community work together to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where Christ is at the centre of all that we do.
Our Vision and Values
At Holy Cross, we believe that every child is unique and special, and we strive to provide a supportive and nurturing environment that allows each child to flourish. Our vision is to promote Gospel values and British values, social, emotional and mental health, and wellbeing in all aspects of school life. Our values are rooted in our Catholic faith and are reflected in our ethos and pastoral care.
Our Staff and Facilities
Our staff team is dedicated and enthusiastic, with a range of strengths and expertise. We have a senior leadership team, led by our Headteacher, Mrs Carol Gillespie, who is also our Designated Safeguarding Lead. We have a strong team of teaching and support staff, including teaching assistants, teachers, and senior leaders. Our school has excellent facilities, including modern classrooms, a sports hall, a playground, and a school hall. We also have a range of special facilities, including a nurture base, a food bank, and a school dog.
Our Services
We offer a range of services to support the needs of our children and their families. Our breakfast club provides a safe and welcoming environment for children from 8.00 am to 9.00 am, every morning. Our after-school care provides extended care for children up to 5.30 pm, three times a week. We also offer wrap-around care for children from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm, Monday to Friday, during term time.
Our Curriculum
Our curriculum is built around the national curriculum and is designed to be broad and balanced. We offer a range of subjects, including English, maths, science, computing, and the arts. We also provide opportunities for our children to develop their spiritual, moral, social, and cultural understanding through our Religious Education and Catholic Life programme.
Our Support Services
We offer a range of support services to help children and their families. Our pastoral care team provides support for children who may be experiencing difficulties, and our counselling service is available to all children. We also have a range of additional services, including our food bank and school dog.
Our Community
At Holy Cross, we value our community and work closely with our parents, parish, and local community. We believe in the importance of working together to provide a safe, happy, and supportive environment for all our children.
