Business Details
Your Trusted Primary School & Nursery in Doulting
St Aldhelm's Church School is a Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School committed to delivering a high-quality education rooted in Christian values. Our dedicated team fosters a three-way partnership between school, home, and child to ensure every student achieves their full potential. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and the National Curriculum 2014, providing a broad, balanced curriculum designed to engage children through real-life experiences. Our open-door communication policy allows parents to discuss their child's progress directly with staff, while our safeguarding team ensures a safe learning environment.As part of the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust, we benefit from shared resources and expertise. Our new Little Lambs Nursery, opening in September 2025, expands our provision to offer early years education from age 3, with plans for 2-year-olds in 2026. We emphasize individual learning styles and maintain small class sizes to support every child's academic and personal development.
Services
Primary Education
Early Years Nursery
Special Educational Needs Support
Safeguarding Services
Wraparound Care
Highlights and features
- We maintain a three-way partnership between school, parents, and children for holistic development.
- Our curriculum combines the National Curriculum with real-life experiences and cross-curricular themes.
- Dedicated safeguarding team ensures a safe, supportive learning environment.
- Experienced staff implement tailored teaching methods for diverse learning styles.
- New Little Lambs Nursery expands early years provision with dedicated professionals.
Services
Primary Education
We deliver the National Curriculum 2014 through immersive, cross-curricular projects. Our small class sizes ensure individualised attention while developing core skills in English, mathematics, science, and creative subjects. Christian values underpin daily learning experiences.
Early Years Nursery
Little Lambs Nursery provides wraparound childcare for 3-5-year-olds starting September 2025. Our Early Years Leader plans developmentally appropriate activities aligned with EYFS standards in a safe, nurturing environment.
Safeguarding Services
Our safeguarding team implements rigorous child protection procedures with staff training and clear reporting mechanisms. We maintain secure premises and respond promptly to any welfare concerns raised by staff or families.
Special Educational Needs Support
We identify and support specific learning needs through individual education plans. The SENCo coordinates specialist assessments while class teachers implement tailored strategies to maximise every child's progress.
Wraparound Care
Breakfast and after-school clubs operate daily with qualified staff. Activities include outdoor play, structured learning, and quiet time. Care sessions align with school term dates and Ofsted inspection requirements.
People
Chris Chorley
Executive Headteacher
With extensive leadership experience, Chris oversees school operations and strategic direction. He ensures educational excellence while maintaining the school's Christian ethos and safeguarding standards across both campuses.
Amanda Phillips
Head of School
Amanda leads daily school management and safeguarding protocols. She coordinates curriculum implementation and staff development while maintaining open communication channels with parents and teaching teams.
Claire Newman
SENCo
Claire coordinates special educational needs provision. She develops individual support plans, liaises with external professionals, and ensures inclusive educational practices across all year groups and ability levels.
Lindsey Scott
Early Years Lead
As Early Years Lead, Lindsey designs age-appropriate learning experiences for nursery and reception. She ensures EYFS compliance while creating engaging environments that foster foundational skills through play-based learning.
Kat Livermore
Administrative Officer
Kat manages school administration and nursery bookings. She serves as first contact for parents, coordinating communications, maintaining records, and supporting both educational and operational functions of the school.
Questions
What age groups does your school cater for?
We teach children aged 5-11 (Reception to Year 6) with Little Lambs Nursery accepting 3-year-olds from September 2025.
What curriculum do you follow?
We follow the National Curriculum 2014 for Key Stages 1-2 and the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
How do you involve parents in school life?
We maintain open communication through newsletters, termly meetings, online portals, and an open-door policy for parent-teacher discussions.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
Our designated safeguarding leads ensure child protection policies are rigorously followed with regular staff training and secure access controls.
Are there after-school care options?
Wraparound care is available through breakfast and after-school clubs staffed by qualified early years professionals.
How do you support special educational needs?
Our SENCo leads tailored support plans, working closely with parents and external specialists to address individual educational needs.
