I am delighted and proud to be the Headteacher of Pyrcroft Grange Primary School, a forward-thinking and happy place of learning where the whole community shares the highest expectations and aspirations for everyone, working hard together to secure the best outcomes for every single child. Our driving ambition is to provide excellence for all in teaching and learning and to open doors to a bright future.
At the heart of Pyrcroft Grange Primary School’s culture is a deeply embedded inclusive ethos, where every child feels seen, valued, and heard. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all members of our community, ensuring that diversity is celebrated and every child thrives in an environment of mutual respect and care.
We offer a curriculum that is ambitious and designed to give all pupils the knowledge and cultural capital they need to succeed in life. It is a curriculum of opportunity and challenge, where there are no limits to learning. The use of technology is skilfully interwoven throughout our curriculum, enhancing learning experiences, supporting accessibility, and preparing our pupils for the digital world ahead.
Pyrcroft Grange Primary School is situated in Chertsey in Surrey. We are proud to be part of the Bourne Education Trust and work collaboratively with other schools in the primary and secondary phase. We are based in a small, dynamic community and surrounded by beautiful countryside. Our learning environments are engaging and play a key part in stimulating children’s interests and moving learning forward. In the Early Years Foundation Stage, outdoor learning is an integral requirement of the curriculum; our children enjoy an extensive outdoor setting in which to learn and play together.
We promote excellence in learning and include the development of a rich and varied vocabulary, thinking skills and collaborative and investigative opportunities for children throughout their learning journey. Active involvement in the learning process leads children to become independent, creative and autonomous learners. Through daily teaching, we use resources which enrich the children’s learning experiences and provide further learning beyond the classroom.
Developing children into young, confident leaders who understand that their voice is important and should be listened to in a respectful environment is essential. At Pyrcroft Grange Primary School, we have a passionate and active School Council and Eco Heroes Committee. Our School Council has written our mission statement: Dream, Believe, Work, Achieve. “If you dream it, you believe it, if you believe it, you work for it, if you work for it, you will achieve it……”. This sentiment underpins all we do and reflects the attitude that permeates our school. Our ethos is for everyone to learn and strive to be the best they can be.
In December 2016, Pyrcroft Grange Primary School had an Ofsted inspection and was graded as Outstanding in all areas. Since then, we have continued to drive school improvements forward and had a successful Ofsted in June 2023. Pyrcroft Grange Primary School is known as the school that cares deeply about its pupils, strives for academic success, and nurtures the whole child. It is a popular choice among local parents.
We are fortunate to receive tremendous support from our parents and carers. The home-school partnership is of exceptional importance to us, as we firmly believe it is key to ensuring successful learning. We operate an open-door policy and regularly invite parents and carers into our school community to understand what and how their children are learning.
Upon arrival at Pyrcroft Grange Primary School, you will immediately notice the excellent learning behaviour of our pupils and the passion, enthusiasm, and friendliness of our staff. We believe that your child’s learning journey is lifelong, and we feel privileged that Pyrcroft Grange Primary School is where this very important journey begins.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
You are always welcome to come and see Pyrcroft Grange Primary School in action. Please contact the school office.
You are always welcome to come and see the school in action. Please contact the school office 01932 564094 to make a suitable appointment.
I look forward to meeting you very soon.
Sue Nardoni,
Headteacher
