Business Details
Catholic Primary School in Dagenham
The St Teresa Catholic Primary School is a nurturing educational institution rooted in Catholic values. Our school fosters a close-knit community where faith, learning, and personal growth are prioritised. We support every child to develop spiritually, academically, and socially, preparing them to become responsible, compassionate citizens. With a dedicated staff and strong parental partnerships, we provide a safe, stimulating environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning. Our curriculum integrates religious education, core academic subjects, and extracurricular activities, ensuring a well-rounded education aligned with Christian teachings and national standards. 
Services
Primary Education
Religious Education
After School Care
Special Educational Needs Support
Parental Engagement Programs
Highlights and features
- We integrate Catholic faith into daily learning and community life
- Our staff deliver a high-quality, values-driven curriculum
- We offer tailored support for diverse learning needs
- Parents actively participate in our school community
- Safeguarding and child welfare are our highest priorities
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education program fosters academic, spiritual, and social development. We follow the National Curriculum alongside Catholic teachings, ensuring children receive a well-rounded education. Qualified teachers deliver engaging lessons in core subjects while nurturing critical thinking and creativity.
Religious Education
Faith education forms the core of our curriculum. Daily worship, weekly Gospel assemblies, and the 'Come and See' scheme develop children's understanding of Catholic doctrine. We cultivate spiritual growth through prayer, liturgical celebrations, and community service opportunities.
After School Care
Honeybees provide supervised after-school care until 18:00. This includes homework assistance, structured activities, and recreational play in a safe environment. The service supports working families while ensuring continuity with our educational values and pastoral care.
Special Educational Needs
Our SENCO and trained staff provide tailored learning plans for children requiring additional support. We work closely with parents and external specialists to ensure inclusive education, adapting teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning needs within our mainstream classroom environment.
People
Mr M Corcoran
Executive Headteacher
Mr Corcoran leads strategic development across the school, ensuring Catholic education excellence. He brings extensive leadership experience and deep commitment to child-centred learning within a faith community.
Mr B Campling
Headteacher & Safeguarding Lead
Mr Campling oversees daily school operations and safeguarding. With years dedicated to primary education, he champions holistic development, maintaining strong home-school partnerships and child protection standards.
Miss G Hughes
SENCO & Deputy Safeguarding Lead
Miss Hughes coordinates special educational needs provision. She implements individualised learning strategies and works closely with parents to ensure all children access quality education tailored to their requirements.
Questions
What are your school's core values?
Our Catholic faith shapes everything we do. We prioritise Christ's teachings through community, compassion, academic excellence, and personal responsibility within a nurturing educational environment.
How do you support pupil wellbeing?
We integrate mental health support, pastoral care, and structured safeguarding procedures. Our staff receive regular training to address emotional needs and create a safe learning atmosphere for all children.
What curriculum do you follow?
We teach the National Curriculum alongside Catholic religious education. Subjects include English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, Modern Languages, Art, Music, and Physical Education with faith integration.
How do parents engage with the school?
We encourage parental involvement through regular consultations, curriculum meetings, parish partnerships, and volunteer opportunities. The Parental Association supports school activities and fundraising initiatives.
