Christian Distinctiveness

We are a Church of England Aided Primary School. Our Christian vision and values underpin our curriculum and school policies.

Buildings and Grounds

This means that our building is owned by trustees. 

Staff

Our teachers are employed by the governors, paid by the academy trust. Governors may seek evidence of Christian commitment from applicants for teaching posts.

Worship and RE

Collective Worship reflects the Anglican tradition and can include worship in the parish church. The Governors determine a Religious Education syllabus that reflects the Anglican traditions. We follow Questful RE which is recommended by the Chester Diocese.

The Governing Body

In our Governing Body Church (foundation) governors have a majority of two over all other governors. The parish priest is often an ex officio member of the governing body. All governors combine to elect the Chair.

Funding

We remain funded through the Local Authority formula. Governors' costs for building work come from locally raised funds, Parocial Church Councils, and local trusts. The Diocesan Board of Education assists cashflow for building work.

Admissions

For school admissions the Governors determine the policy and make the decisions. They must consult the Local Authority and all other schools in the area once every seven years (or whenever they propose a change). The Local Authority administers admissions at the start of the year.

Advice

The Local Authority Chief Education Officer and Diocesan Director of Education have right to give advice if agreed in writing by governing body.

Inspection

We are inspected by OFSTED inspectors who look at most issues. SIAMS inspectors inspect RE, collecitve worship and the school ethos.

Our Church

St Oswald's Church is our local church. Classes take turns each Thursday to attend a class service on a Thursday morning. We also hold services throughout the school year including: Harvest Service, Remembrance Service, Christmas Carol Service, Easter Service, Leaver's Service. Parents, community and other family members are very welcome to join us for our services in church.