Business Details
Primary Education for Ages 2-11 in Sheffield
Wincobank Nursery & Infant School is a primary education institution serving children aged 2 to 11 in Sheffield. Our academy was formed through the merger of Wincobank Nursery and Infant Academy and Concord Junior Academy, creating a unified learning community rooted in shared history and forward-looking vision. Named after the ancient Iron Age fort on Wincobank Hill, our identity embodies strength, resilience, and unity. We deliver a comprehensive primary curriculum across two purpose-built sites, with younger children at Newman Road and older pupils at Fife Street. Our Trust Values of Ambition, Integrity, Creativity, Respect, Confidence, and Care guide every aspect of our teaching and student development.Through award-winning early years provision, experiential learning opportunities, and integrated resource provisions for special educational needs, we ensure every child receives tailored support to excel academically and personally. Our staff combine care with challenge to foster academic excellence while instilling core values of kindness and hard work. Fieldwork, residential trips, and community engagement activities enrich our curriculum and cultivate compassion. As part of the Brigantia Learning Trust, we benefit from collaborative networks while maintaining our distinct identity. Under Principal Neil Butler's leadership, we continue to build a legacy of educational excellence for future generations.
Services
Primary Education
SEND Support
Parental Engagement
Curriculum Development
Community Integration
Highlights and features
- We provide a world-class Personal Development offer ensuring children's safety and skill development
- Our curriculum offers engaging experiences and interconnected subjects
- Personalised Teaching and Learning for every child
- Integrated Resource provisions for Communication and Interaction needs
- Access to free fieldwork, residential trips and community projects
What people say
Staff are friendly
Approachable and helpful
Children happy to learn
Great community integration
Effective transition support
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 2-11 through a carefully structured curriculum. Our two-site campus provides age-appropriate learning environments with specialist facilities. The Newman Road site caters for early years and key stage 1 pupils, while the Fife Street site serves key stage 2 students. Our Trust Values guide all teaching and learning activities.
SEND Support
Integrated Resource provisions support children with Communication and Interaction needs in partnership with Sheffield Local Authority. Our specialist staff provide tailored interventions across both campuses. We ensure all children receive appropriate support to access the full curriculum and develop social skills within mainstream settings.
Curriculum Development
Our innovative curriculum connects subjects through thematic learning while maintaining academic standards. We incorporate experiential learning opportunities including fieldwork, residential trips, and community projects. The program develops critical thinking, presentation skills, and personal growth alongside core academic subjects.
Parental Engagement
We offer regular parent evenings, information sessions, and communication channels to involve families in children's education. Our Arbor Parent Portal provides real-time updates on attendance and progress. We provide guidance on free school meals, uniform requirements, and transition support between key stages.
Community Integration
Our educational approach emphasizes community connections through local history projects and environmental exploration. We organize cultural experiences that help children understand their role in the wider world. The academy actively involves local stakeholders in shaping our educational provision and extracurricular activities.
People
Neil Butler
Principal
Neil Butler leads Wincobank Nursery & Infant School with a vision for inclusive education. He oversees the integration of two former schools into a unified institution, focusing on academic excellence and personal development through experiential learning.
Mike Westerdale
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Westerdale serves as CEO of the Brigantia Learning Trust, providing strategic leadership across the trust's educational institutions while supporting individual academy autonomy and development.
Victoria Beever
Chair of Academy Advisory Council
Victoria Beever chairs the Academy Advisory Council, ensuring effective governance and community representation while maintaining high educational standards across the institution.
Dr Julie Edwards
Chair of Trustees
Dr Julie Edwards leads the Trust Board, overseeing strategic direction and quality assurance across the Brigantia Learning Trust's educational establishments while supporting local governance structures.
Sarah Taylor
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Sarah Taylor manages safeguarding procedures across both campuses, ensuring child protection policies are rigorously implemented and staff receive appropriate training and support.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide education for children aged 2 to 11 across two sites: Newman Road (ages 2-7) and Fife Street (ages 7-11).
How do you support special educational needs?
We have two Integrated Resource provisions for Communication and Interaction needs, with specialist staff supporting pupils across both campuses.
What curriculum do you offer?
Our curriculum combines core academic subjects with experiential learning, fieldwork, and community projects to develop well-rounded individuals.
How can parents get involved?
We offer regular parent evenings, Arbor Parent Portal access, and family engagement activities to support home-school collaboration.
What facilities do you have?
Both sites feature age-appropriate playgrounds, sports facilities, and specialist learning spaces tailored to each key stage's needs.
How do you ensure child safety?
We maintain rigorous safeguarding procedures with dedicated staff training and a whole-school approach to child protection.
