Infants
Classification of our school
We are a Catholic Aided Infant School for boys and girls in the 4 to 7 age range. We are affiliated to the Churches of St Mary and St John's, St David's and St Patrick's. Most of our children live locally. The Trust Deed of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Liverpool establishes the principles that govern the use of funds and property by the Archbishop and the Trustees.
Our aims
We aim to provide a warm, nurturing environment where everyone is valued and respected.
We encourage all to play a full and active role in the process of leading, encouraging and equipping each child so that they can play a full part in society according to their interests, aptitudes and abilities. We acknowledge the important role parents play as the first educators of their children and the need of the school to work as closely as possible with them in the spirit of mutual respect.We recognise how important a good education is to future life chances and aim for every child to reach their full potential.
We endeavour to provide a sense of belonging, understanding, self-respect and respect for others, living by a set of ideals which will be common to home, school and the community. We respect and celebrate the place of all faiths, whilst promoting a strong Catholic tradition following the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Our school day
• 8.40am: Arrival to school.
•9am: Registers close and lessons begin.
• 12.00am - 1pm: Lunch time. Children may either have a school lunch or provide their own packed lunch.
• 1pm: Afternoon session.
• 3.15pm: Hometime
There is a 15 minute playtime during the morning for KS1. EYFS have access to their outdoor provision throughout the day.
Small group teaching also takes place during lunchtime sessions, before and after school.
Teaching time during the week
Infant Classes: 23 hours
There are also registrations, playtimes, lunchtime and a daily Act of Worship.
Booster schools are often held during school holidays.
Visiting us
Parents are welcome to contact us in order to arrange a convenient time for a phone call or informal virtual meeting.
Children joining our Reception class each September are invited to visit us for two informal afternoons during the summer term. They spend time in their new classroom with their new teacher in order to become familiar with the environment and to meet new friends.
Curriculum
We use the Early Years Foundation Stage for Reception and Key Stage 1 National Curriculum for Year 1 and Year 2. We use the Catholic Religious Education Directory, 'To know You more clearly' in our class curriculum lessons.
Home-School Links
Parents are always welcome to come and talk to us about their child. An annual report is sent out in the Summer term.
