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A new academic year welcomes you all to a dynamic and challenging educational experience. Together we will build a concrete basis by experimenting and investing our knowledge to expand our horizon and empower our future.Looking forward to a bright future would be the key that will boost and energize your true potential. Hence, your worries and self-doubts of the upcoming events will diminish and fade away with your awareness of choices.At Makassed KSPS, we will dive into a new beginning, and together, we will get on a new journey full of creativity, exploration, and imagination. This journey will transcend your school learning to nurture and foster your global thinking and experiences. At Makassed Khalil Shehab Primary School we believe in building up learners who will be sincere to God, the Prophet, and their parents. We are committed to offering modern education to our learners through innovative teaching methods to make them competent in Language Art, Sciences, and technology skills with devotion to Makassed, the nation, and Arab affiliation. Makassed Khalil Shehab Primary School strives to develop learners’ minds and characters to become global, creative, and responsible. It builds young citizens capable of facing future challenges fully endowed with the culture of ethics and nationalism. Khalil Shehab School's vision is to promote the strength of character through the development of personal responsibility and integrity. It strengthens the ability to learn and grow in a culturally diverse and technologically advanced society. It emphasizes both academic attainment and character development.The primary goals of Khalil Shehab School are intellectual endeavor and achievement. It also believes that a well-rounded education includes experiences in the arts, athletics, and a variety of extra-curricular activities. Khalil Shehab School believes that every student is and will continue to be part of a community and, therefore, seeks to strengthen his or her moral responsibility. Khalil Shehab School belongs to the Makassed Philanthropic Islamic Association of Beirut offering Kindergarten as primary education for the less privileged community in Beirut. Khalil Shehab Primary School was established By Makassed Philanthropic Islamic Association 45 years ago on a donated property by the family of Mr. Khalil Shehab, a citizen of Beirut.We offer through our distinctive curriculum and various programs high standards and quality teaching. Together with our qualified and well-trained staff, we implement new approaches that enhance the students' achievements, performance, and creativity. Khalil Shehab Pre-School KG to Grade 1 +961 805857 View full school

Learning is underpinned by Inquiry and Critical & Creative Thinking View full school

The Hurstbridge Learning Co-operative is a parent-run, alternative primary school situated in beautiful bushland close to the township of Hurstbridge, Victoria. Established in 1973, the Co-op is a community of families committed to providing the resources and experiences needed to create a more stimulating alternative to the mainstream classroom. We believe that every member of the community can contribute to the learning and raising of its children. At Co-op, children are given a true voice. They work alongside their friends, parents, and teachers to develop their unique passions. Enrollments are kept to around thirty children. The intimate size of the Co-op creates a community much like an extended family. The Co-op values play and child-inspired learning. Child-inspired learning creates an environment where parents learn also, not only from the children but from each other as well. The very name ‘the Co-op” acknowledges this reciprocal effect. Activities and projects provide opportunities for parents and children to participate and learn together. Excursions, camps, and visitors to the school enhance this shared experience of learning. We believe that, when provided with a positive and supportive environment, children have a natural curiosity and desire to learn. Natural curiosity and passion are at the heart of both the teaching and learning philosophy at the Co-op. Co-op is seen to be part of a life-long learning process, which doesn’t start and finish with the school day. The aim is to respect each child, accept their individual development and recognize the child’s ownership of their learning. We also support non-authoritarian conflict resolution processes that respect differences and empower the children to develop solutions that meet everyone’s needs. The Learning Co-operative is committed to the fundamental belief that all individuals are unique and, as such, we each have our unique learning agenda and preferred ways of learning. We, therefore, strive to create an environment where children are free to explore their creativity and individuality and those of others. Choice, co-operation, open-mindedness, non-judgemental attitudes, wonder, and curiosity are defining features of the learning environment. We are committed to the principles of self-awareness and empowerment where individuals have input into their learning and personal development. We are committed to the process of consensus, where each individual believes that their opinion, thoughts, or feelings are respected, acknowledged, and validated and they have an obligation to both express and articulate their needs and views and listen to others do the same. We are committed to creating an environment that is nurturing and caring of the individual both in times of achievement and in times of struggle. We are committed to an environment that fosters and promotes a love of learning, sharing, and collaboration, peace, and non-violence. We believe that good education must enhance our humanity and foster the values that will enable us to live in harmony with our fellow human beings and with our environment. Education must focus on the person as ‘person’ and not just as ‘student’. We believe that the Learning Co-operative is a diverse environment. We are inspired by and committed to, this diversity. We believe it is integral to our philosophy and fundamental principles. These principles are tolerance, patience, understanding, forgiveness, cooperation, respect, trust, compassion, diversity for oneself and the community in which we live, consensus, empowerment, and personal integrity. We believe that an environment and community that aspires to these principles can create a place where children will develop a strong sense of self, as well as empathy for others. We believe that this then will enable children to pursue their natural curiosity, wonder, and inquiry and help them develop their clear values and visions for life. View full school

Choosing the right school for your child is vitally important. We all want the very best education for our children whilst ensuring that they are safe, happy, feel secure and develop a love of learning. At St. Illtyd's we pride ourselves on the academic progress our pupils make but we are equally proud of the atmosphere, care, and co-operation which is at the heart of the school. Our committed staff works together with the children, parents, governors, parish, and the wider community to help every pupil to nurture their gifts and talents and fulfill their potential. We offer a broad, balanced, skills-led curriculum delivered and supported by a team of dedicated and professional staff in an exciting, happy, rewarding, and fulfilling atmosphere and environment. We are privileged to be the Executive Headteacher of St. Illtyd's and look forward to working with you in the future. We hope that you enjoy your visit to our website and that you find any information you are looking for. Our school values are at the core of everything we do. They underpin our teaching and learning and provide an environment that prepares our pupils as confident, happy citizens. The Rights Respecting Schools Award (RRSA) recognizes achievement in putting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) at the heart of a school’s planning, policies, practice, and ethos. In St. Mary’s & St. Illtyd’s, we continue to strengthen our relationship with Jesus and see rights as the foundation of what we do in school. We want our children to demonstrate and model rights respecting behaviors so that they can make a difference. As a rights-respecting school, we not only teach about children’s rights but also model rights and respect in all its relationships: between teachers/adults and pupils, between adults and between pupils. View full school

The International Primary School - Insight School is the oldest international school in St Petersburg has been operating since 2001. Originally, the school was created so that English-speaking children of expatriate parents in Saint Petersburg could receive the same education as if they were in England. The UK national curriculum allows each child to continue the education process in the UK or any British school in the world. The well-established UK National Curriculum is used throughout the school. The curriculum uses a program of study that any UK school will be familiar with, using textbooks and widely recognized resources that would be found in any UK Primary School). The supervision and guidance of ‘The UK National Curriculum (EYFS, KS1 &KS2)’ are by the Education Consultancy @school-in-UK Ltd led by an experienced past Headmaster and ISI Inspector. Lessons are monitored and children’s learning and progress are rigorously assessed using Standardised tests used throughout the UK. This enables pupils to seamlessly continue their studies wherever the British Education system is used. Insight International School teachers are fully native English speakers with extensive experience. Classes are of mixed nationality so Russian pupils and children of expatriate parents who do not speak Russian study together. We communicate only in English throughout the school day. This encourages pupils to quickly master the English language and effectively learn through the medium of English all elements of the UK National Curriculum. The traditional four weeks of additional study in England by pupils of Insight International School at St John’s School, Sidmouth is of immense value. Children live in carefully selected local cottages a short distance from the school in the quintessential English seaside town in East Devon. On school days they study besides their English counterparts fully immersed in all lessons. They also participate in the extensive after-school extra-curricula program. The weekend program includes visiting places of historical and cultural interest, as well as famous sights and entertainment venues. The time in England improves language skills immeasurably as well as giving children unforgettable memories. In addition to the development of academic abilities and a unique level of English, we allow pupils to develop their intellectual, creative, emotional, and physical talents. Included in our curriculum are chess, French, History of St Petersburg, judo, athletics, singing, mental mathematics, speech therapy, art, choreography, drama, skiing, football, and PSHE. Theatre arts are an integral part of the curriculum at Insight International School. Drama lessons contribute to the full development of the individual with children gaining confidence and poise as a result. Lessons enable children to speak in public with confidence. Lessons also contribute significantly to the English speaking skills of children. The result of the lessons is spectacular musical performances held on stage at The Music Hall Theatre in St Petersburg. All our pupils participate in the performances during which they demonstrate their vocal, dancing and acting talents. The school is located in a beautiful park on the banks of the river. Children enjoy clean air and are surrounded by a natural environment. Children enjoy two daily walking sessions, outdoor sports, and a Physical Education program. Substantial and healthy meals are served four times a day using fresh ingredients. We do not use convenience foods and meals are prepared on-site. View full school

Curriculum: IPC Kendale is a small but dynamic school that provides a safe, supportive and caring environment where a dedicated staff guides children towards the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and confidence, the necessary foundations for a life-long love of learning. Academic progress is, of course, of supreme importance and we at Kendale believe that is best achieved in a warm, caring, and non-institutional atmosphere where feelings of security and self-confidence facilitate the learning process. We believe it is important to strengthen the ties between family and community values with special emphasis on the value of respect for others as well as for oneself. Kendale's happy family environment ensures that the child is never "lost in the crowd" but is nurtured emotionally and intellectually by qualified and loving staff. All classroom teachers are fully qualified and have English as their mother tongue. Our teachers are enthusiastic and dedicated. They are skilled in devising a variety of stimulating and carefully prepared approaches to the many topics and activities which comprise the curriculum. They understand the importance of encouraging the children's natural curiosity and of helping them to freely express their personalities within the framework of each assignment. Children who frequent international schools today are the international citizens and potential leaders of tomorrow. It is therefore essential for these children to gain the linguistic freedom that leads to insight and flexibility in the understanding of other cultures. To meet this need, Kendale, in addition to its strong English program, provides a comprehensive course in the Italian language and also offers an introductory French language course for children of 7 years and over. Reading and writing in English are begun at about age 5. The mathematics program not only includes thorough training in basic skills but encourages flexibility of thought and openness to different approaches in problem-solving situations. Investigation and deduction as well as the application of mathematical concepts to practical experience are strongly emphasized. At Kendale, each child is guided towards developing a close, personal relationship to music. The program is based on the Dalcroze method which develops each child's innate musicality and creativity through spontaneous and active participation. The program includes singing, folk dancing, rhythmic and creative movement as well as technique and improvisation with percussion instruments. View full school

St James’s Primary School is a safe, happy, and friendly place where our children are given every opportunity to develop and grow physically, spiritually, intellectually, and socially. We aim to be a center of academic excellence with great concern for children at risk. We strive to ensure that we discover at least one strength of each child before they leave our care. Our school aims to instill in all our pupils a great sense of worth and uniqueness, thereby enabling them to develop to their full potential. Our school welcomes parent involvement and participation at every level through the Parent’s Association, Board of Management, and Home School Liaison Activities. Creativity in the classroom grew out of the Canal Communities Partnership’s attempt to address social and educational disadvantage dynamically, with the hope of eventually impacting on early school leaving endemic in our area. As a result of consultation with local schools, it was felt that through the visual arts children could be allowed to have new learning experiences and exposure to learning creatively and at the same time exploring concepts and ways of working individually and collectively. The project runs for thirty weeks in total in each of the six schools. This is divided into three groups of ten-week sessions. Therefore, three classes in each school are facilitated each year. The basic materials used are paint, clay, fabric and fiber, chalk, and oil pastels. Each school receives a budget for materials, documentation, and transport. View full school

We are a warm and welcoming primary school in the heart of Dublin 7. We cater for boys and girls from Junior Infants to 1st class and girls only from 2nd to 6th class. There are over 300 pupils in our school. We promote a caring and holistic approach to education, focusing on the development of the full potential of each pupil. On the 1st of September 2014, we opened the doors to our fabulous new school building. That morning the excitement and heartfelt buzz could be felt amongst pupils, parents, and staff alike. It was a great day for the community. Therefore, to say we are proud of our new school is an understatement! Throughout the school, we have state-of-the-art facilities to offer to our pupils and the local community. The fantastic facilities in our school give each child the best opportunity to reach their potential and thrive in a safe, warm, happy environment. The school was opened by the Religious Sisters of Charity on 2nd October 1867. It is situated on Manor Street in the Parish of the Holy Family, Aughrim Street, Dublin 7. Mary Aikenhead, who founded the Congregation in 1815 to respond to the needs of the time, lived in the original convent in Stanhope Street from 1819 to 1826. Although the school has a Catholic ethos, it welcomes pupils of all faiths and none. It is a friendly, hospitable place where pupils, staff, and parents experience a sense of belonging. The original school building which dates back to 1867, was demolished in March 2010. On 1st May 2013, work began on the new school building, and on 1st September 2014, the new school was ready to open its doors to staff and pupils. View full school

St. Brigid’s, The Coombe was established in 1887 by the Holy Faith Sisters and remained as a Holy Faith school until 2008 when we moved into our long-awaited new school building which is adjacent to the old school building on The Coombe. It is now a Catholic school in the parish of Francis Street and continues to promote the Christian and caring ethos of the Holy Faith order. Under the guidance of and in partnership with the very active parish administrator of Francis St., we facilitate and prepare those children who wish to receive the sacraments of Penance, Communion, and Confirmation. We strive to create an awareness of social justice among our school community. Therefore, we encourage everyone to contribute to people in need, at local and international levels. During Lent and Advent, we promote the work of Trócaire and support the many projects for Muslim, Hindu, and Christian communities in the Developing World. In December, we raise money for our local charity, Penny Dinners, when teaching staff and children carol sing in Thomas Street. Our school also participates in the Our World Irish Aid Awards and this enables the pupils to explore global issues. The school is run by an active and very involved Board of Management who meet at least five times a year. Quoting from our latest Whole School Evaluation report: “The board of management functions very effectively…The board is highly responsive to the school’s needs…Their work is carried out in a spirit of collegiality…There are very good channels of communication in place” At St. Brigid’s we have a very committed staff of twenty teachers, two SNAs, and ancillary staff. This also includes a Home School Community Liaison teacher. We also work closely with four traffic wardens assigned to our school. Early Start is our pre-school year at St. Brigid’s Primary School. It is for children aged three to four who live in The Coombe and its surrounding area. The scheme is funded by The Department of Education and Skills and is run by a fully qualified primary school teacher and a childcare worker. Each session is two and a half hours long and facilitates a group of 15 children. The rich and varied opportunities of Early Start provide many learning contexts in which the children can play and develop their cognitive, language, personal, emotional, social, aesthetic, and imaginative lives. View full school

St. Louis Senior Primary School is a co-educational Primary School, catering to students from Second to Sixth class, in which we strive to provide a well-ordered, caring, happy, and secure environment where learning opportunities abound. Our school fosters a welcoming, positive and inclusive climate where values of self-worth, equality, and understanding are cherished and promoted. We endeavor to enhance the self-esteem of all within our school, imbuing in our pupil's respect for themselves and others and developing in them the concept of civic responsibility. St. Louis Senior Primary School was founded by the St. Louis Sisters in 1939. The school is centrally located in Rathmines and serves the parish of Rathmines and surrounding areas. We are a mainstream, co-educational school. The school caters to pupils aged between seven and twelve. The Senior School was originally a convent and catered for girls only until 1984 when it became co-educational thus providing education for boys also. Our school provides Religious Education by the practices and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church, but we are respectful of and cherish other Religious beliefs within our school. We welcome pupils of all faith, including those of none. We promote an appreciation and love of Irish culture and language while also forging a knowledge of and respect for other cultures within our school. Our school motto is “Growing and Learning Together” and this is our mission as we prepare our pupils for lifelong learning and further education. St. Louis Senior School is a Catholic School and we have close links with the local Parish in Rathmines. The school endeavors to create a welcoming environment, in which the children feel secure and valued. We strive to maintain the highest standard of excellence in education, which has been the long, proud and respected tradition of St. Louis Schools. We endeavor to promote the true value and dignity of each person in the school, respect diversity, and grow and work together as a learning community. St. Louis Senior Primary School is a mainstream, co-educational, Catholic Primary School. The school strives to provide a well-ordered, caring, and secure atmosphere where the intellectual, spiritual, physical, moral, and cultural needs of the pupils are identified and nurtured. We value the uniqueness of each child and seek to develop the child’s potential. We aim to help pupils to be happy and confident, to be interested and concerned about people and the world around them, and to see learning as a lifelong experience. We endeavor to promote the true value and dignity of each person in the school, to respect diversity and difference, and to grow and work together as a learning community. View full school

Welcome to St. Joseph's C.B.S. Primary School (SN Naomh Seosamh) or just Joey's as it has been fondly known by generations of Dubliners. We are a small (125 pupil) boys school located in Marino, Dublin. We have classes from 2nd through to 6th (ages approx. 7 to 12) and three Outreach classes that cater for children with ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder). We are committed to providing a happy, secure environment in which all our children can develop to their full potential. We part of the Edmund Rice School's Trust. For more information on the E.R.S.T and what they do please visit their website here. Below is an overview of what the E.R.S.T is about... Inspired by the Five Key Elements of the Edmund Rice Schools Trust Charter our schools are responding to a changing world and supporting the leaders of the future to work in partnership, to care for the environment, to equally look after themselves and others, and to be inspirational and responsible citizens. Our schools promote equality of access and participation - in other words, children of any faith, or none, at every level of ability, of any nationality, or ethnic grouping are all welcome in our schools. All of our schools are encouraged to recognize the uniqueness of each individual in caring communities where holistic development is nurtured. We promote equality of access and participation - in other words, children of any faith, or none, at every level of ability, of any nationality, or ethnic grouping are all welcome in our school. We recognize the uniqueness of each individual in caring communities where holistic development is nurtured. The school provides a wide range of subjects, activities, sports, and supports to help our students learn and thrive. We have a strong tradition of providing After school or extracurricular activities. The dedicated and experienced staff in our school provide these activities voluntarily. We operate a subsidized school book rental scheme and all our students are provided with a free, delicious, and healthy school meal. We recognize the value of, and actively work towards, excellent home-school communication and have a dedicated Home School Community Liaison (HSCL) teacher to help achieve this. We also participate in the School Completion Programme to ensure that our pupils get the best possible start in their education. View full school

We are a happy, aspirational, and inclusive school, reflecting the rich diversity of families in our local area. We want to provide the children in our care with creative and challenging learning opportunities so that they develop a strong sense of belonging and commitment to our school and their learning. Our school aims to provide happy and stimulating learning experiences in a safe, secure, and supportive environment for our children, taking into account the social, physical, emotional, creative, and spiritual well being of each child, at the same time cultivating good habits, respect for each other, for the school and the environment. At St. Mary’s, we encourage children to develop their Christian faith and spirituality, while respecting those who have different beliefs. We value the partnership between home, school, and parish and work hard to build on and extend this through the ‘Do This in Memory’ and ‘You Shall Be My Witnesses’ programs. As a small school and community, we are lucky that our staff gets to know all of the children so that children across the school are always dealing with an adult who knows them well. Our teachers and support staff work closely together to ensure our classrooms are organized and well-looked after so that children can access the resources and support they need to become successful learners. We have a strong commitment to creativity and aim to make the children’s learning vivid, real, engaging, and exciting. We want each child to work and think independently and to develop their gifts and talents and be proud of their achievements. I am proud to work in this vibrant and diverse school. Our website will tell you more about us and I hope you will come to visit us. We look forward to meeting you. Our children range in age from 4 to 12 years. They are from a diverse range of social, ethnic, religious, faith, and cultural backgrounds. We have many languages spoken in our school. We have many children from different parts of the world and many who were born and have only lived in Dublin. We have children who are in the highest range of ability and we have children who will need extra support with their learning. We work hard to cater to all of these needs and differences by offering extra support, a wide and personalized curriculum, and flexible teaching and learning resources. Behavior and relationships throughout the school are very good. We know that good teaching, boosting children’s self-esteem, giving children responsibility, respect and a positive and praising atmosphere will enable us to make sure that all children and adults can achieve well and enjoy being in our school. We celebrate the rich variety of languages spoken in our school and actively look for ways for our children to make a positive contribution to their school and community. Our multi-lingual children have the opportunity to train as young interpreters to welcome and support non-English speaking children and their families. The original St. Mary’s Primary School was opened in 1855 by the Irish Christian Brothers. In 1874, the school was extended with new classrooms added. The school at St. Mary’s Place was renowned for the high standard and quality of its education. In the 1930s all subjects were taught through Irish and under the direction of Vincent O’Brien, the St. Mary’s School Choir became known as one of the best in the city and, for a while, only boys from St. Mary’s were accepted into the newly-formed Pro-Cathedral Palestrina Choir. In 1980, the old St. Mary’s School was sold and a new school was built on the present site. Two other schools, St. Joseph’s Dorset Street and St. Michan’s Halston Street were amalgamated with St. Mary’s to become Scoil Plas Mhuire for boys. In 1990, a girls’ school, Scoil Mhuire‘s Iosif, transferred from Kings Inn Street to share the building with the boys’ school. The girls’ school originated in Mountjoy Street as an orphanage run by the Irish Sisters of Charity, dating back to 1866. In the 1930s, it developed into the Josephian Primary School before amalgamating with Kings Inn National School in 1985. View full school

The school is on Whitefriar Street, Dublin 8. This is very close to Aungier Street, Dame Street, and Stephen’s Green. The school is affiliated with the Carmelite Community Centre and Whitefriar Street Church. It is a thirteen-teacher school with 138 pupils. We are a mixed school with both boys and girls. Our classes are from Junior Infants (4/5 years old) up to 6th Class (12/13 years old). Our school has its context. St. Enda’s is a DEIS Band 1 school situated in Dublin’s south inner city. It is a co-educational, vertical primary school under the patronage of the Catholic Archbishop of Dublin and the trusteeship of the Order of Carmelites. There are 13 teachers and 134 pupils in the school. We have several programs operating in the school including DEIS, Reading Recovery™, HSCL, SICCDA after-school programs, parent’s courses, Fighting Words, WOW, TAP, College Awareness initiatives, and Lift-Off To Literacy™. Our attendance levels are excellent. Our pupils’ behavior is excellent. In later years we have placed a very high emphasis on literacy and language in our school. We believe that it is imperative that every child is a reader/writer and can express themselves confidently and competently. To that end, we have prioritized literacy and oral language in our school improvement plan. We undertook a school self-evaluation of teaching and learning during the year. We evaluated Literacy and Oral Language. We chose this because we felt that our pupils could improve their learning outcomes in these areas. This report summarises the strengths that were identified and the areas that have been prioritized for improvement. View full school

Presentation Primary School is a Catholic School, founded by Teresa Mulally. She was soon joined by the Presentation Sisters, who have been trustees of the school until the present time. In September 2008 the trusteeship of the school passed the parish. The Capuchin Community administers the trusteeship. The staff of our school continues the tradition of the Presentation Sisters in providing a secure and happy learning environment, where children can enjoy a sense of belonging and pride in their school. We enable the students to live a full life as a child, to be further educated, and to prepare the child to live a full life as an adult. Presentation Primary School, George’s Hill promotes inclusivity and celebrates diversity. Children explore all cultures as is relevant to modern Ireland today. There is a strong emphasis in the school on the Irish culture and language. All children receive a balanced education which will enable them to fulfill their potential in a positive learning environment. Each student will progress at the level that is appropriate to them. Presentation Primary School acknowledges and respects the relationship between the home, the school, and the community. View full school

The Georgian Montessori Primary School is a new child-centered and parent-led Montessori school in the heart of the city, catering to families from all over Dublin. We offer full primary schooling in the Montessori method from pre-school to 6th class. The school is co-educational and non-denominational, welcoming children from all backgrounds. Pupils are taught in mixed-age groups and benefit from mutual support and interaction between older and younger children. All four teachers are fully qualified in the Montessori method and have a combined total of 72 years of experience teaching children aged 3-12 years. Our nursery and school are fully insured and fully equipped, with access to high-quality Montessori materials, and use of nearby outdoor space in Mountjoy Square The school is managed by a voluntary Board of Management comprised of parents, teacher representatives, and educational experts. The school is a non-profit organization run for the benefit of the children, their families, the teachers, and the surrounding community. We participate in the ECCE scheme. Student-Teacher Ratios (Max): 10:1 Elementary Class Ages 3-6 12:1 Junior Class Ages 7-9 14:1 Senior Class Ages 10-12 The Georgian Montessori Primary School, staffed by fully qualified teachers and complemented by students in teacher training, caters to children between the ages of three and twelve years of age. The school is availing of the playground, sports facilities, and green areas in Mountjoy Square for regular daily outdoor play and activities. We’re currently offering the following extra-curricular activities: Swimming French Music Speech & drama The school operates a five-day week Monday to Friday throughout the school year. See the school calendar for details of the academic year and holiday periods. The classrooms open at 9 am and the day starts formally at 9.30 am. 9.30am – 13.00pm 3 to 5 years 9.30am – 14.30pm 5 to 9 years 9.30am – 15.00pm 9 to 12 years View full school

RPA is a prestigious International Primary School located in South-Central Jakarta. The quality of education determines the destiny of our children. We aim for continuous improvement for all students towards achieving excellence in their education. Our learning community totals approximately 110 students represented by 18 nationalities. We feel this mix of nationalities and cultures provides the foundation for internationally-minded students, which is essential to fulfilling our vision as a school. Royal Primary Academy offers a unique environment that enables your child to develop and grow into a confident, well-rounded, global citizen. This vision is further supported by our internationally diverse teaching team, as well as our curriculum, the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). The IPC can be found in over 1,800 schools in over 90 countries around the world. Using the IPC, we aim to fulfill our mission of equipping our students with 21st-century skills to prepare them for the challenges of the rapidly changing world. At Royal Primary Academy, as a part of our philosophy of learning, we believe that each learner is unique. We seek to actively engage our learners in rigorous learning experiences that challenge them at their development levels, focusing on fundamental knowledge and skills, as well as pushing our students to adapt, collaborate, and innovate. We believe in a holistic approach to education, meaning that as a school, we aim to develop the whole child, not simply focusing on core academic subjects. In addition, every student at RPA has classes in Music, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), Art, Mandarin, and Physical Education each week. Students also attend a variety of Enrichment Activities, after school, to ensure a range of learning opportunities for our students. Each student is treated as an individual with huge potential. We intentionally cultivate the character of our students through the IPC Personal Goals, as well as leadership skills, through our implementation of The Leader In Me program. View full school

We are an outstanding and friendly school situated in Moston, North Manchester. We are proud of our school and its achievements. We aim to promote high expectations for all pupils’ achievement. We are committed to providing a broad, balanced, and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of all of our learners. We promote an ethos of respect, where diversity is valued and celebrated throughout the school. Our children have excellent learning behavior and are keen to learn. They are supported by a team of hard-working, talented staff who provide great teaching and a safe and secure learning environment. We work in partnership with parents and carers and actively seek to engage all members of the community in a positive and supportive way. We are very proud of our school and its achievements. Our shared vision is that every child will learn and succeed. We aim to educate the whole child in achieving not only academic success but physical, moral, cultural, and emotional well-being. We do this by providing a broad and balanced curriculum so that children really can succeed and enjoy their education. If you are allocated a place at Lily Lane Nursery this does not guarantee a reception place at Lily Lane Primary School. When your child is due to start Reception you will be contacted by Manchester City Council who will give you details of how to apply online. You must apply to MCC before the deadline which is usually in January after your child has started Nursery. School places for children in Reception to Year 6 are dealt with by Manchester City Council’s Admissions Team. In October after your child starts in Year 6 you need to apply for their secondary school place. This is an online process administered by Manchester City Council Admission’s Team. If you have any concerns about the process please do not hesitate to contact us and we will support you through the process. During the summer term, pupils in year 6 will usually be visited by staff from the high school they will be attending. They will also have the opportunity to visit the high school and meet the staff and pupils there. Lily Lane Primary School was built in 1904 we now have approximately 570 pupils on roll. We have a 60 place nursery, where children are taught in four groups of 15. Due to increasing pupil numbers we now have 75 children in Reception and Year 1, 90 children in Year 2, 3,4, 5 and we have 60 children in year 6. Teachers within the same year group meet regularly to jointly plan their lessons. We aim to provide a high standard of education within a caring and secure environment and we have a very committed and hard-working staff to help achieve this. If you have any concerns or questions about your child’s education please do not hesitate to speak to your child’s teacher or call the office to make an appointment. In addition to our classrooms, we have ICT suites, a music room, a parent community room, and a large outdoor area with a MUGA’ (multi-use games area). We have recently added a new soft surface and climbing wall and have developed a small forest school area. The curriculum that we provide at Lily Lane is designed to be inclusive of all children and cater to all learning styles. Our committed, hardworking, and talented staff plan lessons that are creative and imaginative, whilst nurturing and developing a love of learning. We place a big emphasis on the teaching of key skills in reading, writing, and maths to ensure that children reach high standards of learning. Our curriculum encompasses the social and emotional aspects of learning and the well-being of children is seen as the foundation of academic success. Our curriculum aims to inspire all children at Lily Lane. We endeavor to capture the interests of each pupil, providing exciting and enriching learning experiences. We encourage children to become independent learners, to ask and answer questions about the world around them to create a love of learning. We offer a curriculum that is balanced and broadly based and which promotes the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental, and physical development of pupils at school and in society. We aim to prepare pupils for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of later life. Personal, Social, and Health Education is taught regularly as part of our curriculum. Also each half term we have a PSHE week where we look at different aspects of social and emotional health such as anti-bullying and friendships. Health issues are also discussed as well as sex and relationship education which will be age-appropriate and in the context of caring relationships. We look after our environment to keep children safe within our grounds and the safety and well-being of our children is the basis of all our school rules and policies. By the Education Act 2002 and guidance set out in ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children, Lily Lane Primary School will work in partnership with other organizations where appropriate to identify any concerns about child welfare and take action to address them. Lily Lane Primary School’s Safeguarding policy has been developed to ensure that all adults in Lily Lane Primary School are working together to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The policy has been ratified by the Governing Body and is reviewed annually. Our policy describes the management systems and arrangements in place to create and maintain a safe learning environment for all our children, young people, and staff. It identifies actions that should be taken to redress any concerns about child welfare. At Lily Lane Primary School we celebrate the diversity of backgrounds of all pupils, families, and the wider school community and are proud of our cohesive and welcoming community. We value the importance of personal histories and journeys. We understand the vital role that promoting core values has in ensuring that groups or individuals within the school are not subjected to any form of intimidation, influence, or acceptance of extreme views. We follow equal opportunities guidance to ensure that there will be no discrimination against any individual or group, regardless of faith, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, political or financial status, or similar. As well as promoting the values through the curriculum they are promoted through our ethos, circle time, whole school and class assemblies, and school council. With your support, we work hard at Lily Lane to prepare our children to be responsible and reflective citizens. View full school

We are a busy, happy school and highly value our children's families and the local community we serve. We aim to keep a 'family feel' to our school and want all of our children to experience 'Pride in achievement', in a whole range of curriculum subjects, through a varied and exciting range of learning opportunities, in and out of the classroom, within and beyond the school day. At Liberty Primary our vision is at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is our drive to the future and it is held at the school by all that are part of our community. Our vision is powerful and unique and believed by all. Please take the time to read our vision as this is what we want for all of our pupils at Liberty. School governors are people who want to make a positive contribution to children's education. Governors are one of the largest volunteer forces in the country and have an important part to play in raising school standards through their three key roles of setting strategic direction, ensuring accountability, and monitoring and evaluating school performance. The role of the governing body is key to the effectiveness of a school. Time and time again Ofsted (the national inspection body for schools) has noted that the most effective schools demonstrate effective leadership and management - including by the governing body. There are different types of schools with different categories of governors. Almost anyone over 18 years of age can become a governor. There are no particular qualifications or requirements, other than a willingness to give time to the role and a capacity for working with other people. At Liberty, we provide a creative curriculum based around the Cornerstones Curriculum, a nationally-recognized approach for delivering outstanding learning opportunities for children. The Cornerstones Curriculum is a creative and thematic approach to learning that is mapped to the 2014 Primary National Curriculum to ensure comprehensive coverage of national expectations. Our new curriculum will be delivered through Imaginative Learning Projects (ILPs)which will provide a rich menu of exciting and motivating learning activities that make creative links between all aspects of our children’s learning. We believe children learn better when they are encouraged to use their imagination and apply their learning to engaging contexts. Our new curriculum will provide lots of learning challenges throughout the academic year that will require children to solve problems, apply themselves creatively, and express their knowledge and understanding effectively across the curriculum. Cornerstones also provide a rigorous essential skills framework that outlines the end of year expectations in all subjects. These essential skills are tied to activities and are age-related so that staff can track children’s progress and identify their individual learning needs. Physical education plays a vital role in children's development and growth. At Liberty Primary School we aim high to provide physical activity throughout the school day. We provide 100% of the children in our school with 2 hours of PE a week and we aim to provide as many opportunities for children to receive an additional 3rd hour as well, through after-hours clubs and lunchtime activities. In Key Stage One children develop their fundamental movement skills and in Key Stage Two, the children progress towards using these skills within set games, learning the rules and how to play as a team. They will also continue to work on improving their dance routines and movements as well as advancing to using a full range of apparatus during gymnastic lessons. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. At Liberty Primary School we take the care, welfare, and protection of our children very seriously. We believe all children have a right to feel safe within the school, home, and the community. If you have any concerns about the welfare of children in our school you must report them to us immediately. The Child Protection Liaison Officers (CPLOs) in our school are Nadine O'Hara (Headteacher), Rena Shahjahan (Lead Assistant Headteacher), and Maureen Ebanks ( Parent support partnership advisor). We have a Child Protection Policy, copies of which are available from the school office. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. At Liberty Primary School we take the care, welfare, and protection of our children very seriously. We believe all children have a right to feel safe within the school, home, and the community. If you have any concerns about the welfare of children in our school you must report them to us immediately. The Child Protection Liaison Officers (CPLOs) in our school are Nadine O'Hara (Headteacher), Rena Shahjahan (Lead Assistant Headteacher), and Maureen Ebanks ( Parent support partnership advisor). We have a Child Protection Policy, copies of which are available from the school office. View full school

Liberton Primary School serves southeast of Edinburgh and was built in 1954. The school is a two-story build set in beautiful, extensive park grounds. We have recently had an outdoor classroom built. At Liberton Primary School we are a ‘learning community’ where staff, pupils, parents, After School Club, and the local community all work together to further the aims and aspirations of our school. At Liberton Primary School we aim to provide a happy, stimulating environment in which every child feels confident and valued as an individual and thus motivated to achieve high educational and personal standards. We are committed to providing learning experiences of the highest quality within an environment of mutual respect and support where every member of our school community feels happy, confident, and valued.’ We work hard to realize this vision and constantly strive to improve the educational experiences for our pupils and quality provision throughout our school. At Liberton, we use the Co-operative Learning approach to enable our children to learn how to collaborate on activities successfully. We ensure that every child has an active role and that social skills are explicitly taught. We understand that learning is frequently most effective when learners have the opportunity to think and talk together, to discuss ideas, question, analyze and solve problems as a team. An additional support need comes from anything which is a barrier to learning. Most of all schools will have some children with additional support needs of some kind. The education authority has many legal duties towards pupils with additional support needs. An additional support need comes from anything which is a barrier to learning. Most of all schools will have some children with additional support needs of some kind. The education authority has many legal duties towards pupils with additional support needs. Our shared values of mutual respect between staff and pupils, high expectations of success within a caring and supportive environment form the basis of our positive school ethos. Within our wider school community, we promote tolerance and understanding of one another and value diversity. We are committed to advancing equality of opportunity for all and we work actively towards eliminating all forms of bullying and discrimination. We actively foster good relations between diverse groups and individuals. What we aim to achieve: Pupils will have greater opportunities to become skilled as creative learners and thinkers. All pupils will benefit from high-quality learning experiences. Learning for children will be demanding and challenging. All pupils will continue to be supported in their learning. There will be great opportunities for children to have choices in their learning. At Liberton Primary School we work very hard to encourage every pupil to realize their full potential and aim to provide a rich, broad, and balanced curriculum, to meet the needs of all our children. Teaching strategies include problem-solving, investigation, and discussion using a wide range of activities and materials. Pupils are taught either as a whole class or in groups, pairs, or individually so that the curriculum can be tailored, as far as possible, to fit the needs of each child. We are developing our use of enhanced group working through Cooperative Learning. The main areas of the curriculum are English & Literacy, Numeracy, and Mathematics, Health & Well Being, Social Studies, Science, Technologies, Religious and Moral Education, and Expressive Arts. View full school

We at Leys Primary School will provide a broad and balanced curriculum for our children to acquire the knowledge, practice the skills and develop understanding to thrive in the 21st century and contribute positively to their community and global society. Leys Primary School's motto is ‘Resilience to Achieve Aspiration to Succeed’ – all of our children know that we have high expectations of them and we know that every child deserves a safe, happy, supportive and purposeful learning environment in which to grow and thrive. “We use of Schemes of Work, including the International Primary Curriculum, to focus on contextualizing lessons and activities to engage our children in meaningful, challenging & cross-curricular tasks to ensure we have broad & balanced curriculum which focuses on creative learning, not just doing. Assessment for Learning is central to our teaching and learning in every subject & we address the requirements of the National Curriculum (bearing in mind Key Performance Indicators) to ensure challenge & progression.” In 2014, a new primary Curriculum was introduced, along with a new assessment system that focuses more on what children should know and be able to do at each stage. From September 2014, the government removed ‘level descriptors from the National Curriculum. Schools are expected to establish their assessment systems. At Leys Primary, we have in place rigorous but sensitive systems for formative (in-process) and summative (termly) assessment which track pupils’ performance and informs next steps in learning. We ensure that each child receives a range of opportunities to reach and exceed standards. We ‘quality assures’ our assessments through regular training, sharing teacher expertise, regular monitoring, and cross Federation, external, and Borough moderation. SATs tests will reflect an assessment of the new curriculum at the end of the Key Stages (Y2 & 6). Writing will be judged through reported teacher assessment against national frameworks and the reading, grammar spelling, and punctuation, and maths tests will be externally marked with a score on a standardized scale, ranging from 80 to 130. A score of 100 is the expected outcome at the end of Year 6, indicating that children are ready for secondary school. There will be a Phonics Screening Check in Year 1 & 2.Teachers use formative assessment in their classrooms every day. Formative assessment includes sharing targets and criteria with students and giving them feedback while they are working towards those targets. The purpose is to help students understand how to improve. We love to learn in Nursery and we always try our best. We enjoy learning through play and structured activities. We learn and have fun in a friendly and open environment. We use both the inside and outdoor areas to extend our learning. Reception is an exciting and enjoyable place to learn. Your child will take part in a range of activities across seven areas of learning. This will allow them to explore new concepts through play, as well as through more structured activities. In Year 1 we look forward to learning lots of new skills through creative and meaningful lessons, encouraging your children to be resilient and independent learners. Safeguarding children at Leys Primary School is the responsibility of everyone. As such, all members of staff must safeguard and promote the welfare of children. This duty is placed upon the school by Section 175 of the Education Act 2002. Therefore, all staff should know who to go to and how to report any concerns they may have about a child being harmed or at risk of being harmed. The Designated Safeguarding Lead Practitioner in our school is Mrs. Pamela Gough and in her absence Mr. Grant Krog, (Headteacher). The designated teacher for Looked After Children and the person in charge of CAFs (Common Assessment Framework) Assessments, is our Assistant Headteacher – Mrs. A Rogers. The Governing Body representative for Child Protection is Dame Anna P.L. Hassan. If we are concerned that a child may be at risk from significant harm (abuse) or is being abused, the school is required to refer their concerns to LBBD Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) and the police, if necessary. In exceptional circumstances, this may happen without the consent or knowledge of parents or carers. The school also has a responsibility to act upon other concerns that they may have about a child’s welfare in circumstances where there are no suspicions of child abuse. Examples of this may be when a child is demonstrating inappropriate behavior, is involved in bullying, is failing to come to school, or where difficulties at home are affecting the child’s well being is at risk of being drawn into terrorism. This list is by no means exhaustive. The school will normally seek to discuss any concerns about a pupil with the pupil/pupils’ parents. It will be the Safeguarding Lead or her representative that will make contact with the parent in the event of a concern, suspicion, or disclosure. Our focus is the safety and well-being of the pupil. Therefore, if the school believes that notifying parents could increase the risk to the child or exacerbate the problem, advice will first be sought from MASH and/or the police before parents are contacted. View full school

“Outstanding partnerships with parents and carers ensure that pupils learn quickly. The school is very popular because parents and carers respect and appreciate the inspirational leadership the headteacher and her dedicated team of staff provide. There is a firm belief that all pupils, irrespective of their backgrounds, can succeed, and consequently, pupils develop high levels of self-esteem. Our motto ‘Inspiring today’s learners to become tomorrow’s outstanding leaders’, underpins everything we do. Our core vision is that we will deliver outstanding education to all of our pupils. Leopold is a dynamic and innovative school, with the central philosophy that learning should be vibrant. We do this by providing the highest standards of teaching, excellent resources, and exciting learning opportunities. Our strong values create a safe environment where pupil wellbeing and achievement are developed. At Leopold, we share a common purpose – to ensure that all of our pupils become their own success stories. The high levels of care, guidance, and support provided for pupils, alongside a clear set of shared values, contribute strongly towards pupils’ exceptional spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development. Leopold has become highly oversubscribed over the years and in 2013, Brent Local Authority approached us to consider running a temporary bulge provision of two reception classes in the Gwenneth Rickus building on Brentfield Road due to the lack of school places in Brent. Within that same year, classes were also added in years 1, 2, and 3. The DFE came to visit us in 2014 and was highly impressed with the provision. In January 2016 Leopold Primary School officially became a four-form of entry school on two sites. Inspiring today’s learners to become tomorrow’s leaders underpins the ethos at Leopold and reflects the beliefs of all pupils, staff, and governors here at our school. Collectively we build the aspirations of our pupils and instill in them the skills and learning experiences to achieve their full potential, whilst exposing them to “wow” experiences to take on their journey through life. On arriving at Leopold School, you immediately notice the excellent learning behavior of our pupils and the passion, enthusiasm, and dedication of our staff. We believe that the journey that children take to learning is life-long and that Leopold is where this very important journey begins. We need to promote the drive for excellence in modern British society. We aim to provide children with rich and memorable learning experiences, in an ever-changing world and to foster a love of learning so that our children become successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens. We are very proud of our school, of the pupils, the parents, carers, and grandparents. Because of community commitment and trust in the school, we continue to grow in numbers and strength. Reception and Year 1 follow the Maths Mastery approach. This is largely focused on problem-solving and aims to teach fewer topics in greater depth to ensure pupils develop a strong understanding of their work. Maths Mastery functions as a long-term program and is fully in line with the 2014 National Curriculum. Leopold Primary School adopted this approach in 2016 after recognizing its positive implementation in other schools. On entering Nursery, children use the first phase of the Letters and Sounds program to develop a basic grounding in phonics and sound skills. Reception, Year 1 and selected Year 2 pupils are working under the Read, Write, Inc scheme of learning. The program guides children on their reading journey and helps them to establish skills in writing, spelling, and phonetic work. By the end of Year 1, all children utilizing the Read, Write, Inc framework have progressed into accurate and well-practiced readers. Leopold Primary School has implemented the Creative Primary Curriculum offered by Cornerstones throughout all year groups and Key Stages. This program of teaching offers a knowledge- and skills-based curriculum with a focus on creativity and a balanced approach to learning. The importance of laws whether they are those that govern the class, the school, or the country, are consistently reinforced. Each class discusses and sets its own rules that are clearly understood by all and seen to be necessary to ensure that every class member can learn in a safe and ordered environment. Our pupils are taught the value and reasons behind laws, that they govern and protect us, the responsibilities that this involves, and the consequences when laws are broken. Democracy is embedded at the school. Pupils are always listened to by adults and are taught to listen carefully and with concern to each other, respecting the right of every individual to have their opinions and voices heard. Pupils also have the opportunity to air their opinions and ideas through our School Council Team and pupil questionnaires. The elections of the School Council members are based solely on pupil votes, reflecting our British electoral system and demonstrating democracy in action. Within school, pupils are actively encouraged to make choices, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment. As a school, we educate and provide boundaries for our pupils to make choices safely, through the provision of a safe environment and empowering education. Our pupils are encouraged to know, understand and exercise their rights and personal freedoms and are advised how to exercise these safe examples of this can be seen in our e-safety and P.S.H.E. lessons. Whether it is through the choice of challenge of how they record of participation in our numerous extracurricular activities our pupils are given the freedom to make choices. Respect is one of the core values of our school. Our PSHE curriculum embodies values of mutual respect through many different units of learning. Respect is promoted during our Headteacher and achievers assemblies. Pupils learn that their behaviors affect their rights and those of others and all members of the school community are expected to treat each other with respect. Our core value of Respect ensures tolerance of those who have different faiths and beliefs. Leopold Primary School enhances pupil's understanding of different faiths and beliefs through religious education studies P.S.H.E. work visits to other schools in different settings to participate in celebrations such as Diwali inviting guest speakers from many different cultural backgrounds. Beliefs, traditions, and customs will be studied in-depth, with visitors being invited into our school to enrich and extend understanding. Through this, our pupils gain an enhanced understanding of their place in a culturally diverse society. View full school

Leith Primary is an amazing and historic building right on the edge of Leith Links. The school truly reflects its catchment area. We are proud of the diversity of the children and families we serve. We are proud of the quality of education we provide for all children. We have an excellent record of providing care, support, and challenge for all pupils. We promote positive behavior, respect for all and encourage a positive attitude to learn. If you would like to see more please arrange a visit through the office. The origins of the school go back to the 15th century. The present site has been the location of the school since 1806. The present building, opened in 1898, is the second to stand on this site and originally provided education for children up to 14. Leith Primary School is very much part of the local landscape. Topped proudly as it is by a ship, a reminder of Leith’s maritime past, it is a well-recognized landmark. We are very fortunate to have access to an area of Leith Links just in front of the school. In 1998 the school celebrated our Centenary with several special events. Inside there are tall staircases, long corridors, and high ceilings where many of the original Victorian features are still in evidence. Although the fabric of the building is over 100 years old, the classrooms are large and light. In 2014 the School gym hall and Nursery in the Duncan Place Annex were closed. The new Gym Hall and Nursery will be opened at the end of January 2018. Leith Primary aspires to be: An inclusive school that lies at the heart of the diverse community of Leith. A school that creates the conditions for learners to achieve their highest potential with an innovative and inspirational curriculum. A modern learning environment that is used flexibly and creatively. A school that encourages all children to be responsible global citizens. A school that involves children, parents, and staff, with an ethos of collaboration and sharing, listening and acting on feedback but also developing leadership. Taking care of our children’s well-being and making sure they are alright – even before they are born – helps us ensure the most positive outcomes for them later in life. It gives them the potential to grow up ready to succeed and play their part in society. Our school adopts the Getting it right for every child in Edinburgh approach to give the right help to children, young people, and families when they need it from a joined-up multi-agency team. Getting it right for every child is the foundation for work with all children and young people, including adult services where parents are involved. It builds on universal health and education services and is embedded in the developing early years and youth frameworks. Developments in the universal services of health and education, such as Better Health Better Care and Curriculum for Excellence, are identifying what needs to be done in those particular areas to improve outcomes for children. We place a high priority on the well-being and safety of our pupils. To this end, we have in place a personal safety program to give pupils knowledge and life skills to keep them safe from all forms of abuse. Where we have concerns that a child about the possible abuse of pupils we are required to follow the Edinburgh and the Lothian’s Inter-Agency Child Protection Procedures which set out the specific duties and responsibilities towards the child and their parents/carers. View full school

At Leigh Primary School we believe that the primary phase of education is the most important in a child's learning journey. It is a time when we aim to nurture in all our children a lifelong love of learning. Everyone at Leigh Primary School is committed to providing a caring and friendly school, a happy place to learn because happy children make engaged learners who will become equipped with the skills to achieve their very best. We encourage children to think for themselves, placing emphasis on problem-solving, decision making, and becoming independent learners. Children's enthusiasm for learning is fostered, as is their pride in their achievements and pride in the school community. Individual efforts are valued and celebrated in an atmosphere that encourages self and mutual respect. Confidence in a school comes from knowing and understanding what is happening within it. We hope you will take advantage of the opportunities throughout the year to visit the school on occasions such as class assemblies, ‘Star of the Week’ assemblies, parent/child workshops (Bright Sparks), as well as parents' evenings. Leigh Primary School aspires to be easily accessible to parents. A successful school is one where there is a partnership between school and home. When children join our school, they will enjoy themselves, thrive, and achieve their best in our stimulating, learning environment. We use every opportunity to provide motivating activities which will stretch your child's imagination and allow them to learn through first-hand experiences. Our vision is to develop a school community where children can enjoy a welcoming, secure, happy, and healthy environment, where all members can develop self-confidence, self-esteem, self-motivation, independence, compassion, tolerance, and understanding of others. The Cornerstones Curriculum is a creative and thematic approach to learning that is mapped to the new 2014 Primary National Curriculum to ensure comprehensive coverage of national expectations. Our new curriculum will be delivered through Imaginative Learning Projects (ILPs) which will provide a rich menu of exciting and motivating learning activities that make creative links between all aspects of our children’s learning. We believe children learn better when they are encouraged to use their imagination and apply their learning to engaging contexts. Our new curriculum will provide lots of learning challenges throughout the academic year that will require children to solve problems, apply themselves creatively, and express their knowledge and understanding effectively across the curriculum. Cornerstones also provide a rigorous essential skills framework that outlines the end of year expectations in all subjects. View full school

Welcome to our school website. We aim to inspire, challenge and nurture the individuality of our future generation. We aim to provide an outstanding education for children of all abilities. We actively challenge and encourage our children to reach their full potential - our school motto is “happy to learn, proud to succeed”. At the heart of our school is a commitment to promote shared values helping us to be responsible, respectful, kind, and caring members of our community. Our Behaviour Code “Good to be Green” supports this. We have a highly committed team of staff, who work tirelessly to make sure that our children receive excellent care, meeting all their social and emotional health needs. We also strive to ensure each of our children makes as much progress as possible in all areas of the curriculum. We have a high proportion of children with special educational needs and have bespoke plans in place to ensure their needs are met. We aim to ensure that all pupils make good levels of progress, regardless of their starting point. This excellent start begins in our Early Years provision and continues through the school with staff providing a happy, supportive, and purposeful environment, and a curriculum that aims to excite and stimulate children’s imaginations and creative thinking. The curriculum is delivered through a cross-curricular approach which is further enhanced by whole-school-themed days and other events to promote inquiry-led learning. Frequent trips and visits, community activities, and an increasing range of after-school clubs further add to the opportunities available to children. Our vision is for Leesons Primary School to inspire, challenge and nurture the individuality of the next generation. We aim to prepare pupils for all stages of their education as well as equip them with high aspirations for their future lifelong learning. In partnership with parents/carers, we aim to educate children who: Grow and develop their skills, knowledge, self-esteem, and resilience in the face of challenge Develop a thirst for learning, maintaining self-belief and inspiration to progress through the educational system Listen and communicate well and show an appreciation of diversity Understand that perseverance is the key to unlocking new challenges Take responsibility for their actions and work collaboratively. We aim to be a center for truly excellent teachers, where quality leadership is extended to professionals in other schools and where members of staff are committed to their learning journey and the sharing of quality practice. Lessons Primary School enables everyone to be proud of their achievements by: Encouraging everyone to do their very best. Developing a thirst for learning inspired by quality teaching. Believing that through effort, dedication, and commitment, anything can be achieved. Building and developing upon individual strengths and talents. Lessons Primary School allows everyone to participate by: Providing a welcoming, safe, happy school where everyone is respected and listened to a school where we take pride in ourselves and our achievements, enabling children to become confident and successful learners. Working in partnership with our parents and carers The governors and staff of Leesons Primary School fully recognize the responsibilities and duty placed upon them to have arrangements to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils at the school. We recognize that all staff, including volunteers, have a full and active part to play in protecting pupils from harm. We believe that our school should provide a caring, positive, safe, and stimulating environment in which pupils can learn and also promote the social, physical and emotional wellbeing of each pupil. The school recognizes its responsibilities and duties to report Child Protection concerns to the social work service within Children’s Specialist Services and to assist Children’s Specialist Services in Child Protection inquiries and in supporting Children in Need. The school will raise Child Protection concerns with parents/carers at the earliest appropriate opportunity, and work in partnership with them and other agencies to improve outcomes. The school will ensure that all staff is provided with the appropriate training in Child Protection issues, as recommended in the guidance. In particular, designated members of staff will be released to attend the necessary enhanced training courses to enable them to carry out their role effectively. View full school

Leamington is a two-form entry school. The nursery can accommodate up to 104 children. The reception classes and the nursery are known as the Foundation stage of the national curriculum. Years 1 and 2 are Key Stage 1 and years 3 to 6 are key stage 2. While some children thrive in the whole class environment, others enjoy working in smaller groups and pairs. They are glad of the security smaller numbers bring. As well as a full quota of qualified teachers, Leamington provides invaluable help to children who progress better with a more individualized approach. We at Leamington Community Primary School will work to provide a happy, secure, and stimulating environment in which every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential through the development of a love of learning and a desire to expand their knowledge. We plan to do this by: To promote effective learning for all our children through high-quality teaching To provide a safe, secure, stimulating, and welcoming environment where everyone is valued To ensure that our children achieve their full potential and work towards high standards To promote good behavior through high standards of care and mutual respect To foster a supportive partnership between home, school, and our neighborhood Here at Leamington, we value the whole child. We feel that although offering high-quality education is of key importance, we also want to promote 5 core values to every child. The 5 values are: Respect Courage Honesty Friendship Determination At Leamington Community Primary School, we value the diverse ethnic backgrounds of all pupils and families and we teach tolerance and respect for the differences in our community and the wider world. Underpinning all of this, are a range of curriculum topics that have strong links to Britain, both past and present. Our school promotes and believes in the British characteristics of Tolerance, Respect, Fair Play, and Good Community Spirit. Leamington’s Geography curriculum teaches our pupils that Britain is an island nation. The school celebrates world events such as the Winter Olympics, Olympic and Para-Olympic Games, the World Cup, and the Commonwealth Games, etc. Through our work with the Comenius Project, each of our classes has learned about our European partner’s geography, history, and culture. The children are taught how to cook a couple of traditional dishes in their Food Technology lessons. Within History, the pupils study Ancient Civilisations, they learn about Democracy, the school follows democratic procedure annually when voting for school councilors and playground mentors. The children at Leamington are actively encouraged to be aware of what is happening within our country and worldwide. They work hard to understand their role in our community and can discuss current affairs confidently whilst developing a social conscience. The school undertakes assemblies that uphold traditional values of empathy, respect, and tolerance. These are also taught within formal PSHE and RE lessons and on an informal nature throughout the school days. At Leamington Primary we aim to ensure our children have a positive impact on their society. We are developing our children to be the next citizens of a local, national and global society. Our reading scheme at Leamington contains a wide variety of different books from different publishers. The books are color-coded at Foundation Level up to Diamond level which is suitable for upper Key Stage 2 or advanced readers. The attached book banding sheets will give you an indication of where your child is in this progression. The bands are used as an approximate estimate given the range of material we use in the school. Everyone at Leamington is working towards the Liverpool Counts Quality Mark. This is an exciting project to promote positive attitudes to maths not just in our school but as an essential life skill. We will be focusing on new and exciting ways to help encourage children to make links and use maths in their everyday lives. We are delighted to inform you that Leamington Community Primary School has been awarded the British Council International School Award, which recognizes schools that have excelled in the area of international learning. We wanted to share the school’s success with you and explain what it means for pupils, teachers, and the school as a whole. View full school