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Haddenham St Mary’s C.E First School

Giving Your Children a First Class Education in a Christian Context

Haddenham St Mary’s Church of England First School provides education for children of all denominations between the ages of 4 and 8 in a supportive, Christian context. With highly qualified teachers and a nominal roll of 110 children in four “year groups”, class sizes are generally of 30 or under.

Overlooking open fields at the southern end of the village and next to St. Mary’s Church, the school provides an encouraging environment in which your children can learn and grow. Emphasis is placed on caring for others and confidence building as well as academic achievement within the National Curriculum.

A committed Governing Body comprised of 12 local people with a broad range of backgrounds manages the School. It is supported by an active Parent Teacher Association, which raises substantial funds to enhance pupil’s learning experience through subsidised educational visits and provide additional facilities to complement national Curriculum activities.

Mission Statement

Haddenham St Mary’s Church of England First School, founded in 1868, provides education for children within a Christian ethos. Collective Worship and Religious Education therefore play an integral part.

The School aims to create a learning environment, within which a broad and balanced curriculum is adapted to the individual needs of each child. All children are encouraged to develop self-awareness and initiative in the quest for new knowledge. The overall aim is to awaken skills and personal qualities, which they will require for a purposeful and constructive life.

St. Mary’s School, as part of the village community, seeks to encourage a feeling of respect for people of all ages and beliefs. It aims to stimulate the spirit of service and to foster an appreciation of justice, harmony and fair play, both within the school and in an ever-changing world.

The Curriculum

The classroom teacher endeavours to create an atmosphere where individuals are recognised, appreciated and encouraged. Learning to work and play together is a prime consideration.

The School’s aim is to create a happy secure environment where the children are stimulated to learn, and encouraged to find things out for themselves. We are looking for growth in appropriate habits and attitudes, developing naturally out of their learning experiences.

The School’s curriculum includes all the core and foundation subjects specified in the National Curriculum, with the appropriate levels of study for each age group. The core subjects are English, Mathematics, and Science. The foundation subjects are I.C.T, Design & Technology, History, Geography, Art, Music and P.E. In addition, your child will study Religious Education.

For more details and a prospectus, or to arrange a visit to the school, please call the Head Teacher, Mrs Susan Thomas on 01844 291455.