Envision children’s laughter echoing through these halls St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School. This school wasn’t always as you see it today. St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School has a unique history.
In 2001 two Catholic schools joined to create it. They were Our Lady of the Assumption and Saint John the Baptist. Since then St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School has become a close community. Children thrive here in many ways. They grow academically socially and spiritually. Ms Angelina John led St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School for 11 years. She started as a teacher. She understands the school’s values. She is committed to its success.
St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School welcomes families of all faiths. About 33% of pupils are Catholic. The school embraces all children. It celebrates different cultures and beliefs.
Pupils enjoy coming to St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School. They feel like it is their second family. Teachers have high expectations for pupils’ behaviour. Pupils respect one another here. They also feel safe at school. Parents feel St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School does a fantastic job. The school is constantly improving.
St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School enriches children’s learning in many ways. Year 6 students experience a Victorian-themed day. They dress as Victorians. This helps them understand Victorian school life. They visit Quarry Bank Mill to learn about Victorians and slavery.
The school celebrates Black History Month each October. Children learn about black professionals. They study how their contributions impact our lives. In 2022 children participated in an African Drumming workshop. They learned West African songs. They played djembe drums. Year 2 studies Kente Cloth in art. They also study the Maasai tribe in geography.
St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School observes Holocaust Memorial Day. Children learn about Fay Healey. She is a Holocaust survivor and former lollipop lady at the school. Year 3 visits Princes Road Synagogue. This teaches them about Jewish places of worship. It also promotes interfaith tolerance. Year 4 and 6 watch the film The Island on Bird Street. It tells the story of a Jewish boy surviving in a Polish ghetto.
The history curriculum helps children ask questions. They think critically and weigh evidence. Year 1 explores toys and TV from the 1960s. They learn how the school has changed. They interview local senior citizens.
St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School aims to empower children. It wants them to be knowledgeable citizens. The school provides valuable life skills. These skills prepare them for the future. The curriculum encourages creative problem-solving. Children research analyze and explore the past. They consider their heritage and values. The school hopes to inspire them. It wants them to contribute to the future.
Teachers plan lessons that build on skills each year. Children learn to find and interpret evidence. They develop skills to argue their point of view. The school uses timelines and knowledge organizers. It also uses artifacts and primary sources. School trips and expert interviews enhance learning. Project-based homework develops research skills.
St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School uses assessments to track progress. Teachers use this information to plan lessons. They provide support for all pupils. The school monitors teaching quality. It ensures high standards in history. The impact of history is evident in many ways. You can see it in books lessons and assessments. St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School prepares children for a bright future.