Business Details
Northbury Primary School - Barking's Leading Primary Education
Northbury Primary School is a dedicated educational institution committed to fostering academic excellence and personal growth. With a focus on core values including respect, integrity, and curiosity, we provide a comprehensive curriculum designed to nurture every child's potential. Our experienced team of educators works collaboratively with parents and the community to create a supportive learning environment. Through innovative teaching methods and a strong emphasis on character development, we prepare students for future success in an ever-changing world.Our school maintains rigorous academic standards while promoting creativity, critical thinking, and social responsibility. With modern facilities and a commitment to continuous improvement, we strive to make learning engaging and accessible for all students. Regular communication with families ensures transparency and partnership in each child's educational journey. Our safeguarding policies and pastoral care system prioritise student wellbeing and safety at all times.
Services
Primary Education
SEND Support
After School Clubs
Parent Workshops
E-Safety Education
Curriculum Enrichment
Admissions Guidance
Attendance Support
Highlights and features
- We follow the National Curriculum with innovative teaching methods
- Our safeguarding team ensures child protection compliance
- We promote British values through SMSC development
- Our SEND provision supports diverse learning needs
- We maintain strong parent-school communication channels
What people say
Excellent teaching
Supportive environment
Engaging activities
Strong communication
Services
Primary Education
We deliver the complete National Curriculum for children aged 4-11. Our structured programme develops literacy, numeracy and core subject knowledge. Qualified teachers use evidence-based methods to ensure academic progress while nurturing creativity and critical thinking skills.
SEND Support
Our dedicated SENCO provides tailored support for children with special educational needs. We implement individualised education plans and work closely with external specialists to ensure every child achieves their potential in an inclusive environment.
Parent Workshops
We offer regular workshops to help parents support learning at home. Sessions cover curriculum areas, assessment processes and strategies for developing reading, writing and mathematical skills through everyday activities.
After School Clubs
Our extracurricular programme includes sports, arts and academic clubs. These activities extend learning beyond the classroom while developing teamwork, leadership and personal interests in a safe, supervised environment.
E-Safety Education
We teach online safety as part of our computing curriculum. Children learn responsible internet use, digital citizenship and how to protect personal information while developing essential technology skills.
People
Mrs P Mitchell
School Business Manager
Mrs Mitchell oversees the school's operational management and financial administration. With extensive experience in educational leadership, she ensures efficient resource allocation and compliance with statutory requirements while supporting strategic development.
Mr Stacey
SEND Coordinator
Mr Stacey leads our special educational needs provision. He coordinates support programmes, liaises with external agencies and works with teaching staff to implement effective learning strategies for children with diverse needs across all year groups.
Ms Taylor
Office Manager
Ms Taylor manages the school's administrative operations and serves as primary contact for parent communications. She coordinates admissions processes, maintains records and ensures smooth day-to-day office functions supporting both staff and families.
Questions
What are your school hours?
Our school day runs from 8:50am to 3:15pm, with gates opening at 8:40am for supervised play.
How do I apply for a nursery place?
Nursery applications are accepted through the local authority admissions system or via our school website.
Do you offer after-school care?
Yes, we provide breakfast club from 7:45am and after-school provision until 6:00pm through our external partners.
What SEN support do you provide?
We have a dedicated SENCO and teaching assistants who deliver tailored support plans with regular parent consultations.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use the MyEd app for official communications, supplemented by regular newsletters and parent-teacher meetings.
