Empowering Children to Flourish Through Partnership
Ivybridge Primary School is a multicultural school that serves our local community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect. We are a friendly and diverse primary school with just one class in each year group, allowing our staff to know all pupils as individuals. We are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can grow and thrive.
Our Vision & Values
At Ivybridge Primary School, we have high aspirations for all of our pupils, and we support every individual to achieve their very best. We believe that children are always at the centre of any learning, and we strive to ensure that through the opportunities that we offer, our pupils develop the skills and values they need to become lifelong learners. We recognise the value of working in partnership with our pupils, parents, staff, and the wider community to offer our pupils the widest possible range of opportunities and the highest level of support.
Our Services
We offer a range of services to support our pupils and their families, including:
- Curriculum - We provide a broad and balanced curriculum that is designed to engage and challenge our pupils, and to promote a love of learning. Our curriculum covers all areas of learning, including English, mathematics, science, art, design and technology, computing, music, physical education, modern foreign languages, personal, social, health and economic education, history, geography, and religious education.
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) - We are committed to providing an inclusive education for all our pupils, regardless of their needs or abilities. We have a dedicated SEND team who work closely with pupils, parents, and staff to provide additional support and interventions where needed.
- Pastoral Care - We recognise the importance of emotional wellbeing and mental health in supporting our pupils' learning and development. We have a dedicated pastoral team who provide emotional support and guidance for our pupils, and we work closely with external agencies to provide additional support where needed.
- Extra-Curricular Activities - We offer a range of extra-curricular activities, including sports clubs, music lessons, art and design clubs, and science and technology clubs. These activities provide our pupils with opportunities to discover their individual interests and talents, and to develop new skills and friendships.
- Family Support - We recognise the importance of supporting our pupils' families, and we offer a range of family support services, including parenting classes, family workshops, and signposting to external agencies.
Visiting Ivybridge Primary School
If you would like to come and visit our school, please contact the school office on 020 8891 2727 to arrange a suitable time, during a typical school day. We will make sure that someone is available to show you around the school and answer any questions you may have. We look forward to meeting you and your child very soon.
Overall Impressions
The reviews about Ivy Bridge school are mixed, with some parents expressing positive experiences while others have had negative encounters.
Positive Reviews
- Fruzan Bayat praised the school, stating that their child had excelled academically and was able to transfer to secondary school at the top of their class. They also mentioned that they would like to apply for their other children to attend the school.
- Aleksandra Fijak, who is currently attending the school with her sister, described it as "amazing".
- James Carey, although his review was written in a confusing and unclear manner, appears to be praising the school.
Negative Reviews
- A. A. S. S. mentioned that the school has a large Somali community and that some teachers and TAs are nice. However, they expressed concerns about the school's teaching approach, citing large class sizes and a lack of consistency. They also stated that they would not recommend the school to anyone.
- Becca Ljungberg had a poor experience when trying to arrange a viewing for the school. She was given a single date option that she couldn't make, and when she requested an alternative, the person she spoke to became rude and hung up on her.
