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Thomas Jolyffe Primary School

Thomas Jolyffe Primary School

Welcome

Welcome to Our School!

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to our school community — a place where every child is known, valued and supported to thrive.

 

At the heart of our school are the values of responsibility, respect, resilience, kindness and care, empathy and teamwork. These values are not just words on a wall — they are the principles that guide everything we do, from the way we learn in the classroom to the way we treat one another in the playground.

 

Our core promise to each other — to be ready, respectful and safe — underpins the calm, purposeful and positive atmosphere throughout our school. We believe that relationships are the cornerstone of learning and well-being, and we are proud of the deep sense of botheredness that defines how we care for each other. Children here know they are seen, heard and supported. We are passionate about educating the whole child. That means recognising and nurturing each learner’s unique strengths, interests, and needs, so they can achieve their full potential — academically, socially and emotionally. We are committed to high standards and high expectations, while also providing the guidance and support every child needs to flourish.

 

We also deeply value our partnership with parents, carers and the wider community. Learning is most powerful when it's shared and we invite you to be part of your child’s journey with us — through curriculum workshops, in-class sharing sessions, volunteering opportunities and community events. Your involvement helps create a richer, more connected learning experience for everyone.

 

Thank you for visiting our website. Whether you are a current parent, a prospective family, or simply exploring who we are, I hope you find a strong sense of welcome, warmth, and purpose in all that we do.

 

look forward to getting to know you and to working together to give every child the very best start in life.

 

Warm wishes,

 

Mrs Philippa Liversidge

Headteacher

Thomas Jolyffe Primary School is determined for all pupils to succeed. Since the previous inspection, many changes have been made. The school has prioritised the development of the curriculum to promote high expectations for all pupils. Staff invest in pupils to build positive relationships with them. Personal development is a strength. The school provides opportunities to enrich pupils’ experiences. Pupils value participating in sporting competitions, such as cross country, football and netball. They also take on positions of responsibility, including school councillors and inclusion champions. Pupils value the leadership skills that they are developing. The school has developed an inclusive environment, where all pupils participate in every aspect of school life. Recently, the school has had a new library. The pupils are very proud of it and say, ‘It is a reading wonderland. It is like walking into another world.’ (OFSTED April 2024)
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