Business Details
Welcome to Shire Oak CE Primary School
Established as a one-form entry institution nestled in the heart of Headingley, we provide a nurturing environment where creativity and academic excellence thrive. Our ethos centres on core values of kindness, safety, and striving for personal bests, rooted in Christian principles while embracing diverse faiths and beliefs. With a focus on lifelong learning, we cultivate curiosity and independence through rich indoor and outdoor learning experiences. Our staff collaborate closely with families to support childrens growth, ensuring high-quality education tailored to individual needs. The school actively promotes environmental stewardship and community engagement, offering programs like the Cook It Grow It project and philosophy sessions developed in partnership with the University of Leeds.Safety and mutual respect are prioritised, with robust safeguarding measures ensuring a secure space for all. Facilities include a nature garden, purpose-built learning areas, and partnerships with local organisations to enhance educational opportunities. Recognised through Ofsted inspections, we maintain transparency via newsletters, parent surveys, and open communication channels. Our commitment to holistic development prepares pupils for future academic and personal success.
Services
Primary Education
Outdoor Learning
SEN Support
After School Care
Parent Workshops
Highlights and features
- We offer a safe, inclusive environment with strong safeguarding standards.
- Our curriculum integrates outdoor learning and community projects.
- Christian values are taught alongside respect for diverse beliefs.
- We partner with University of Leeds for innovative philosophy lessons.
- Ofsted-recognised quality with transparent parent communication channels.
Services
Primary Education
We deliver a broad, balanced curriculum aligned with national standards, fostering academic achievement through creative teaching methods. Our one-form entry structure ensures personalized attention, supporting literacy, numeracy, and cross-curricular skills. Outdoor learning spaces enhance practical understanding of science, geography, and environmental studies.
Outdoor Learning
The nature garden and orchard provide hands-on experiences in horticulture and ecology. Children maintain vegetable beds, compost systems, and orchard areas, integrating practical science with healthy eating education. Philosophy lessons use outdoor settings to develop critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills.
SEN Support
Tailored support for pupils with special educational needs follows individualised learning plans. The SENCo works with teachers and external specialists to ensure accessibility across all subjects, focusing on communication, independence, and social skills development within an inclusive environment.
After School Care
Flexible after-school and holiday clubs operate on-site, offering supervised activities that extend learning beyond regular hours. Programs include homework support, creative workshops, and physical activities that align with the schools values of safety and community engagement.
Parent Shire Oak CE Primary Schoolshops
Regular sessions help parents reinforce learning at home, covering reading strategies, mathematical concepts, and e-safety practices. These workshops strengthen home-school partnerships, providing practical tools to support childrens academic progress and emotional well-being.
People
Jane Astrid Devane
Head Teacher
Jane Devane leads Shire Oak CE Primary School with over 20 years of educational leadership experience. She champions child-centred learning and community collaboration, ensuring high standards of safeguarding and academic achievement across the schools programs.
Questions
What are the school's admission criteria?
We follow Leeds City Council's admissions code, prioritising children living within our catchment area and those with siblings already attending the school.
How does the school support special educational needs?
The SENCo coordinates individualised support plans, working closely with teachers and external specialists to address specific learning requirements while maintaining inclusive classroom practices.
What outdoor facilities are available?
The grounds feature a nature garden with bird hides, vegetable beds, an orchard, and redesigned courtyard learning spaces that support hands-on environmental education.
How does the school involve parents?
Regular workshops, newsletters, parent-teacher meetings, and an active Friends Association foster collaboration between families and staff to enhance children’s learning experiences.
What are the school's recent Ofsted results?
Shire Oak CE Primary School was rated 'Good' in its 2024 Ofsted inspection, recognising strengths in leadership, pupil behavior, and personal development programs.
Are there before/after school clubs?
Yes, we offer breakfast clubs from 8:00-8:50am and after-school care until 5:30pm, including holiday provision operated by Headingley Pre-school staff.
