Pirton HillPrimary School

Expect, Believe, Achieve and Enjoy!

Pirton Hill Primary is a `Good` school with `Outstanding` Behaviour

(OfSTED 2015)

I am delighted to introduce our prospectus which will give you a glimpse into the fantastic work that takes place at Pirton Hill Primary School and I hope, will inspire you to want to discover more. I encourage you to visit our website where you will find lots more information about many aspects of the school, including photographs and newsletters.

Everyone at Pirton Hill Primary School is immensely proud of our school. We take pride in being a truly inclusive school, valuing each pupil equally, recognising them as individuals who bring their own unique gifts and talents to the school community.

All schools have their own distinctive `feel` which makes them unique. We believe that we have created a `special feel` at Pirton Hill Primary School because of the caring and friendly atmosphere created by all staff, working as a team to ensure that pupils strive for

and reach their potential. It is important to us that every child enjoys school and feels a sense of belonging. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, in which all contributions to the school community are valued and pupils are given every opportunity to achieve their potential.

Our school continues to develop in many exciting ways, providing an enriching experience for our pupils and their families which we believe is unique to Pirton Hill. A busy school full of activities and opportunity, serving a community of polite children with `outstanding` behaviour.

We are very proud of our school and welcome visitors. This prospectus will give you a flavour of our school; however it is not a substitute for visiting us, meeting the staff and seeing the children learning and working. If you would like to learn more, please contact us using the details on the back of this prospectus.

Welcome Message from the Headteacher

Pupils’ behaviour is outstanding and their attitudes to learning are strong. Pupils are polite and courteous, and they work hard. (OfSTED 2015)

High standard and expectations of children. (Parent - 2015)

This is the best school for everything. Teachers, sport, lunchtime, trips, just everything. (Pupil - October 2015)

Pirton Hill Primary School has a very clear ethos to Expect, Believe, Achieve and Enjoy!

We expect all the children, families and staff to set high expectations for behaviour and learning and to have a positive attitude towards all aspects of the school so that Pirton Hill Primary is a place where learning can take place and pupils can achieve their goals.

We believe that there is no limit to potential and by providing a positive learning environment together with outstanding teaching, pupils will believe

they can achieve and reach their dreams.

Everyone at Pirton Hill is encouraged to enjoy their learning and to believe they can work to achieve the best of their ability every day!

We are a VALUES based school; throughout the year, pupils are taught and encouraged to live the values specified that term. We actively promote the value of being outstanding citizens and strong British values underpin everything we do.

Our School

The school’s values encourage pupils to do their very best, in both their work and their behaviour. (OfSTED 2015)

The behaviour of pupils is outstanding. (OfSTED 2015)

Great school values and the teachers are very supportive. (Pupil - October 2015)

Pirton Hill is an amazing school because we have brilliant teachers who help us achieve to the best of our abilities. (Pupil - October 2015)

Our curriculum is designed to reflect our aims and to meet the requirements of the National Curriculum and other government guidance.

The Leadership Team has developed a curriculum which provides pupils with many exciting opportunities to learn in meaningful contexts both inside and out, to visit interesting places, develop

their talents and character leaving them equipped and empowered for the next stage of their learning journey.

Basic skills in Literacy and Maths are vital and emphasis is rightly placed upon them, wrapped up in imaginative and creative teaching to make learning fun, interactive, challenging and exciting.

Curriculum and Learning (A Passion For Learning)

At Pirton Hill Primary we have a huge amount of talented pupils and believe that it is our responsibility to provide every opportunity to enable pupils to develop skills and reach their potential. We therefore offer a comprehensive range of academic and sporting clubs, which help to develop valuable life skills including confidence, self-esteem and teamwork.

Sporting clubs are organised by a designated P.E. teacher who works with a range of external coaches to ensure the pupils develop their physical skills. The school participates in a wide variety of sporting competitions and fixtures

and understands that being part of a team instils important values and beliefs into students who participate.

In addition to sporting clubs the school offers a range of curriculum activities such as ICT, Science, School Choir, Orchestra, Art/Design, Cooking and Gardening Clubs. Our School Choir and Orchestra are run by a specialist music teacher and are very active at community events.

Schools visits and residential visits are organised as part of learning beyond the curriculum.

Beyond The Curriculum (Developing The Whole Child)

Fantastic range of before and after school opportunities. (Parent - 2015)

Children get off to a good start in the early years and make good progress in their learning. (OfSTED 2015)

Pupils behave well in lessons and have excellent attitudes to learning. (OfSTED 2015)

The exciting range of subjects is enriched considerably by a wide range of clubs, trips and activities that develop pupils’ sporting, musical and creative skills. (OfSTED 2015)

Teaching is consistently good and lessons are active and enjoyable. (OfSTED 2015)

We are the best school in Luton because of our exceptional behaviour, tolerance and teachers. (Pupil - October 2015)

The school operates an “open door” policy and visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged by both new and established parents.

Pirton Hill Primary is very active within our community and we have developed excellent links with local high schools and other primary schools.

Throughout the year community visitors are invited to attend various events held at school.

Community

To maintain our vibrant and positive learning environment, we recognise that it is essential to listen to the thoughts and opinions of pupils. We have several avenues in which pupils are able to share their thoughts, such as:

• Curriculum Co-ordinator Prefects• Sports Prefects• Prefects• School Councillors - voted for by their peers, they meet weekly to plan and

implement various events and initiatives around school, they also look at ways in which we might improve the school for all pupils.

Pupil Voice

School meals are prepared daily on site by our ‘Food Counts’ Team using a range of high quality, fresh produce sourced locally wherever possible. This ensures that pupils taking a school lunch receive a healthy meal, providing fuel to develop their minds and bodies.

Healthy Diet Healthy Minds

Great value and great food. (Parent - 2015)

Excellent teacher parent communication. (Parent - 2015)

Encourage parent involvement. (Parent - 2015)

This is the best school because it gives you so many fun ways to learn. (Pupil - October 2015)

All the children get along and learn from each other. I love them! (Pupil - October 2015)

Lovely happy atmosphere.(Parent - 2015)

The school dinners are Yummy! The dinners fill my belly up and they are delicious! (Pupil - November 2015)

Pirton HillPrimary School

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