Leaders here unlock their vision. Minds learn hearts love faith gives at St Peter’s Church of England Primary School.
St Peter’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school. It is located in Cassington near Witney in Oxfordshire. The address is The Green. It is part of the Eynsham Partnership Academy.
The school empowers pupils. Adults allow pupils to take on leadership roles. Roles include pupil voice and chicken leaders. Pupils at St Peter’s Church of England Primary School organize school events. They raise money for charity. They initiate change. Pupils planted wildflowers to increase biodiversity. They say they are change makers. They are very proud of their endeavours. Pupils are happy at this village school. They have big ideas about what they can achieve.
Pupils study a wide range of subjects. These subjects engage and excite them. Children in early years receive many opportunities. They broaden children’s skills and knowledge. Early years staff support children to improve communication skills. There are interesting dimensions to the curriculum. Key stage 2 pupils learn to speak and write Mandarin. Pupils are well prepared for the next stage.
Leaders carefully thought about knowledge. They want pupils to remember from Nursery to Year 6. Teachers’ subject knowledge is secure. In science pupils learn to work scientifically. They know how to design fair tests and compare results. Teachers deliver lessons clearly. Pupils’ work is of high quality. Teachers check pupils’ learning. They build on what pupils have learned before. Teachers provide pupils with feedback to help secure learning.
Pupils learn to read quickly. Staff teach phonics well. Children use phonics confidently. They read and write words. Staff match reading books to pupils’ stages of reading. Pupils needing extra support have additional sessions. They help them to keep up. Pupils enjoy reading. Pupils try out many different genres. They develop considered opinions about literature. They especially enjoy fantasy and mystery stories.
Leaders are ambitious for pupils with special needs SEND. They identify individual needs and barriers. Staff provide strong support. They ensure resources suit pupils’ needs. Pupils have strategies. They can work independently.
Pupils’ wider development is a high priority. Leaders plan for this well. They encourage pupils to think. They take on leadership roles. They influence school policy. Pupils develop into responsible citizens. Pupils plan and run lunchtime clubs. They show commitment. Pupils strive to make sure everyone feels included. They embrace uniqueness. Pupils understand protected characteristics. They hold mature conversations about gender and disability. Pupils are well prepared for life in modern Britain.
Staff are proud to work at St Peter’s. Governors and the trust share the same ambitions. They want all pupils to be successful. They know the school well. They support and challenge leaders.
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective at St Peter’s Church of England Primary School. Staff know the pupils and families well. They are well trained to spot any signs of concern. Staff report concerns. Safeguarding records are well organised. Leaders take action to keep pupils safe. There is a sharp focus on digital safety. Pupils use a Dino detective form. They use it when concerned about something online. Leaders ensure parents and pupils have up-to-date information.
St Peter’s Church of England Primary School opened as an academy converter on June 1 2014. It was previously St Peter’s Church of England Primary School. The school is co-ed. It serves children aged 3 to 11. The school’s capacity is 105 pupils. The number of pupils is 112. The principal is Mr Jon Jeffries. Contact the school at 01865880443. The website is http://www.st-peters.oxon.sch.uk.
Remember that St Peter’s Church of England Primary School inspires pupils. The school inspires them to better themselves.