Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Catholic Primary Education in Bournemouth
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School is a Christ-centred learning community dedicated to nurturing academic excellence, spiritual growth, and personal development. Our mission is rooted in Catholic values, fostering dignity, respect, and love for every individual. We provide a safe and stimulating environment where children develop critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. Our curriculum balances academic rigor with social and emotional well-being, preparing students for successful transitions to secondary education. With a focus on inclusivity, we celebrate diversity and support families as primary educators.Our staff are committed to professional growth and pedagogical innovation, ensuring a dynamic and supportive learning atmosphere. We actively engage with our parish and local community, prioritising service to vulnerable and marginalised groups. Our vision extends to environmental stewardship, incorporating nature into our school environment and reducing our carbon footprint. We maintain high standards in infrastructure and facilities to enhance the educational experience. Through collaboration with governors, parents, and staff, we strive to be a preferred choice for education in our region.
Services
Primary Education
Catholic Faith Education
After-School Clubs
School Meals
Wraparound Care
Highlights and features
- We offer a Christ-centred learning environment rooted in Catholic values
- Our curriculum balances academic rigor with social and emotional development
- We hold the Green Flag Award for environmental excellence
- Our staff prioritise professional growth and pedagogical innovation
- We actively engage with our parish and local community
Associations and certifications
- Artsmark
- Green Flag Award
What people say
Christ-centred values
Supportive staff
Holistic development
Community engagement
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education program delivers a comprehensive curriculum focused on academic excellence, spiritual growth, and personal development. We cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning through engaging, child-centred approaches. Our dedicated staff ensure each student receives individualised support to reach their full potential.
Catholic Faith Education
Integral to our school's identity, Catholic Faith Education nurtures spiritual development through scripture, sacramental preparation, and gospel values. We foster respect for all faiths while deepening students' understanding of their Catholic heritage through liturgical celebrations and daily practice.
After-School Clubs
Our after-school clubs provide enriching opportunities for students to explore interests beyond the classroom. Activities include sports, arts, STEM projects, and community service, promoting teamwork, leadership, and holistic development in a supervised, Christ-centred environment.
People
Mr Simon Lennon
Headteacher
Mr Lennon leads with a commitment to Catholic education, fostering academic excellence and spiritual growth. He champions inclusive practices and community engagement, ensuring a nurturing environment for all students.
Mrs Anna Murphy-Sullivan
Chair of Governors
Mrs Murphy-Sullivan oversees governance with a focus on maintaining high standards and Catholic ethos. She works closely with staff to ensure strategic alignment with the school's mission and vision.
Miss Stewart
Inclusion Leader
Miss Stewart supports diverse learning needs, implementing tailored strategies to ensure every child thrives. Her expertise in inclusion promotes equity and accessibility across all school activities.
Questions
What makes Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School unique?
Our school combines academic excellence with Catholic values, fostering spiritual growth and community service in a nurturing environment.
How do you support children's emotional well-being?
We integrate social and emotional learning into our curriculum and provide dedicated support through trained staff and wellbeing initiatives.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer diverse after-school clubs including sports, arts, STEM projects, and community service opportunities.
How do you involve parents in their child's education?
We maintain regular communication through meetings, newsletters, and events, recognising parents as primary educators.
What environmental initiatives does the school have?
We hold the Green Flag Award and actively reduce our carbon footprint through recycling, energy conservation, and nature integration.
