Our son absolutely loves coming to school. He’s had a great start to his school life. (Reception parent, 2025)
‘Pupils enjoy coming to this welcoming and caring school. They value their education and appreciate their teachers. Relationships are warm and supportive. This helps pupils feel happy and safe.
Pupils respond positively to the high expectations the school has for them. The school ensures that they are well prepared for the next stage of their education.’
(Ofsted, 2025)
We’re a happy and healthy place to achieve and believe.
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Well done to all our Year 6 pupils for completing the end of Key Stage 2 assessments this week. Annual … Continue reading “Our weekly message: Friday 16 May 2025”
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This week’s message introduces our new topics in Key Stage 1 and 2 – History topics. This half-term, we’re historians. … Continue reading “Our weekly message: Friday 02 May 2025”
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"I enjoy learning new things. This year, we've learnt how to make electrical circuits- we did lots of investigating."
Ashton, Year 6
"Mr Kilner makes our lessons fun. He gives us learning that's at the right level for everyone."
Valerie, Year 5
"Art is my favourite subject. We learn about architecture. We've been making collages with pictures of buildings."
Jacob, Year 4
"I like PE. Hockey has been my favourite sport to learn. I also like Wake up, Shake up because we learn new routines and exercise."
Emily, Year 4
"We have lots of clubs at St James' for different ages. I have been to book club, recorder club, French and dance!"
Orianne, Year 3
"At St James', we've lots of great teachers. I really enjoy learning about computing and cooking."
Aubree, Year 6
"We went on a trip to Lotherton Hall for our history and science topic. We saw lots of animals and had a great learning workshop."
Sophie, Year 3
"We have caring teachers. My favourite subject is art. We've looked at Orla Kiely and William Morris - lots of their work is based on nature."
Willow, Year 5