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    • Key Information

    Rooted in Faith, Growing Together

    Our Christian Values

    • Resilience
      “I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.”
      — Philippians 4:13

    • Courage
      “Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
      — Joshua 1:9

    • Empathy
      “Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another.”
      — Romans 12:15

    • Kindness
      “Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.”
      — Ephesians 4:32

    • Aspiration
      “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.”
      — Philippians 4:13

    • Collaboration
      “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”
      — 1 Thessalonians 5:11

    Vision

    Rooted in Christian principles, we are dedicated to inspiring and nurturing every member of our community to grow as resilient, empathetic, and courageous individuals. Through a commitment to aspiration, collaboration, and kindness, we foster a love of learning, a strong moral compass, and a deep spiritual awareness. Together, we empower our children to thrive academically and spiritually, becoming compassionate agents of change who positively impact the world around them.

    Biblical Foundation

    “The seed on good soil stands for those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, retain it, and by persevering produce a crop.”
    — Luke 8:15

    Our Commitment

    At St Michael’s, we prepare children for life by enabling them to fulfil their God-given potential in a nurturing and inclusive Christian environment where each individual is known, valued, and encouraged.

    Teaching and learning are at the heart of our happy and caring school community. Each member of staff is:

    • Committed to high standards and ambition for all

    • Dedicated to meeting the needs of every pupil as a unique individual

    • Focused on teamwork—sharing their talents and gifts to build up our community

    • Passionate about continuous professional development and school improvement

    • Determined to provide enriching, inclusive learning experiences that develop pupils’ social, moral, cultural and spiritual understanding

    Inclusive and Enriching Learning

    We recognise and nurture each child as an individual. Through precise assessment and high-quality teaching, we provide personalised support, including timely interventions, to help every learner succeed.

    Our broad and balanced curriculum prioritises literacy and numeracy while encouraging pupils to apply these core skills independently. Pupils are given leadership opportunities and regular chances to engage with the wider community.

    Children learn in a variety of ways: individually, in groups and as whole classes. Co-operative learning is valued, and we promote high standards of effort, presentation and attitude.

    Parents are key partners in our work. We value their involvement and strive for strong, supportive relationships between home and school.

    Assessment

    • Statutory assessments take place at the end of KS1 and KS2.

    • Phonics screening is carried out at the end of Year 1.

    • Multiplication tables check is taken in Year 4.

    • Standardised NFER assessments are completed each term in KS1 and KS2.

      • A score of 100 is national average; below 80 triggers further support and discussion with parents.

      • Scores between 80–95 may receive short-term interventions.

      • Results are shared during parent evenings and in annual reports.

    Curriculum Delivery

    • RE is taught weekly following the Manchester Diocese Syllabus for RE.

    • Maths (Power Maths) and English (quality text based) are taught daily in the morning.

    • Geography, History, and Science are taught discretely.

    • The Arts enhance curriculum learning and may be integrated with topic work.

    We offer opportunities for fieldwork regularly, children will have the opportunity for trips and visits linked to their learning. 

    Educational Visits

    • Staff plan two visits per year: one higher-cost trip (up to £25), and one lower-cost to support the curriculum.

    • Pupil Premium funding covers trips for eligible pupils.

    • Visits are funded through voluntary donations and are designed to enrich pupils’ experiences and deepen understanding.

    School Fund

    In response to parent feedback, we invite a voluntary termly donation of £10 per child to our School Fund. Contributions help fund resources and extra-curricular activities.

    These experiences offer high-quality, memorable learning that goes beyond statutory curriculum delivery. Your generosity directly enhances our pupils’ learning journeys.