Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Primary Education in Peterborough
Southfields Primary School is dedicated to providing a first-class education and exceptional care for children. We actively involve families in all aspects of school life, fostering a strong sense of community. Our forward-thinking approach combines traditional family values with modern educational practices. We offer excellent facilities and a broad curriculum that emphasizes English, Mathematics, and Sciences while celebrating creativity through Arts, Multimedia, Computing, Music, Eco-projects, Sports, and Languages.Our website showcases pupils' work, parent testimonials, and multimedia updates via platforms like Twitter and Class Dojo. We invite prospective families to visit and experience how we nurture children to thrive in an enriched learning environment.
Services
Primary Education
Special Educational Needs
After School Clubs
Music Tuition
Extracurricular Activities
Parent Engagement Programs
SEND Support Services
Community Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We hold the prestigious Voice 21 Oracy Centre of Excellence accreditation
- Our curriculum integrates core subjects with creative and technological disciplines
- Specialist music education includes instrument tuition and international choir opportunities
- We maintain a 2025 Ofsted rating highlighting pupil safety and academic support
- Dedicated SEN provision with Peterborough Inclusion Charter Mark recognition
Associations and certifications
- Voice 21
What people say
Excellent support for needs
Happy and secure environment
Strong curriculum foundation
Positive relationships promoted
Community links valued
Services
Primary Education
Our comprehensive primary education program follows the National Curriculum while incorporating innovative teaching methods. Children receive structured learning in core subjects alongside creative arts, physical education, and digital literacy. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and cross-disciplinary projects to develop well-rounded learners.
Special Educational Needs
We provide tailored support for pupils with special educational needs through our dedicated SEND department. Our inclusive approach combines specialist teaching, individual learning plans, and sensory integration strategies. The school holds the Peterborough Inclusion Charter Mark and offers a Speech and Language Hub for children with communication needs.
Music Tuition
Music education forms a core part of our curriculum. All pupils learn multiple instruments during their school years, with specialist instruction in recorder, violin, cello, and other orchestral instruments. We offer peripatetic lessons for 12 additional instruments and maintain a nationally recognized choir with international performance opportunities.
Extracurricular Activities
Our extended learning provision includes a wide range of extracurricular activities before and after school hours. These programs cover sports, creative arts, technology, and academic enrichment. We offer Explorer Breakfast and After School Clubs, homework support, and seasonal activity programs aligned with pupil interests.
Parent Engagement
We actively involve parents through regular communication channels, school events, and decision-making opportunities. Our parent representatives meet monthly, and we provide multiple engagement avenues including open evenings, workshops, and volunteer programs to strengthen home-school partnerships.
People
Sarah Mathlin
Headteacher
Sarah Mathlin leads Southfields Primary School with a vision for inclusive education and academic excellence. She combines traditional values with innovative teaching methods to create a nurturing learning environment.
Mrs L Walker
School Secretary
Mrs L Walker manages school administration and serves as the main point of contact for parents and stakeholders. She ensures smooth operational functioning of the school office.
Questions
What makes Southfields Primary School unique?
We combine traditional family values with innovative teaching methods, offering specialist music education, a Voice 21 Oracy Centre of Excellence, and extensive extracurricular programs.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our dedicated SEND department provides individualized support with specialist staff, sensory integration strategies, and a Speech and Language Hub for qualifying children.
What music education opportunities exist?
All pupils learn multiple instruments during their school years, with peripatetic lessons available for 12 instruments and a nationally recognized choir program.
How can parents get involved?
Parents participate through our active parent representative group, open evenings, volunteer programs, and regular communication channels with teaching staff.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer sports clubs, creative arts programs, technology workshops, and academic enrichment activities before and after school hours for all age groups.
