Welcome from the Headteacher

 

Thank you for showing an interest in our small, rural and beautiful school.

 

Salford Priors school became an academy in January 2018, starting its journey of love, hope and determination towards providing a nurturing and excellent educational offering.

 

As a Church of England school, we enjoy a strong Christian and family-based ethos, being fortunate enough to have our very own Family Link Worker who helps to support all of our children and local families. We believe that our Christian values and loving approach to educating children are essential in providing a happy and successful school environment. It is also equally important to us that we warmly welcome children and families of any or no faith. We are extremely proud of all our pupils.

 

We are very fortunate to be surrounded by beautiful countryside and to be at the heart of the community of Salford Priors, enjoying close links to St. Matthew’s Church, Salford House (care for the elderly) and local businesses. As Head of School, it is my pleasure and privilege to be able to share this prospectus with you and to invite you to visit us in person. 

 

 

History of Salford Priors C of E Academy

 

Salford Priors Church of England Academy, was originally founded in 1656 by William Perkins, a visionary local benefactor who wanted to provide the best possible education for all the children of the village of Salford Priors. 

The original school building of two classrooms and living accommodation for the schools Head and family, dates back to 1860.  In the 1960’s two classrooms and a large hall were added to the original building. Since 2000 two more spacious classrooms, a number of small learning areas along with a new school office and Headteachers room have been built. In September 2015 funding from Warwickshire County Council and the Parish Council enabled us to refurbishment and restock our library. Salford Priors also has an on-site Forest School, a playground and large playing field, providing plenty of space for playtimes and outdoor activities.

The school has a valuable partnership and a close working relationship with Salford Priors Kindergarten, a private nursery based in the school building and sited next to our Reception Class. This helps the children who join us from the Kindergarten to have a smooth and  seamless transition from nursery to school.

Today, Salford Priors Church of England Academy, forms an important part of Salford Priors village community. We are very proud of our close links with St Matthew’s Church, the Parochial Church Council and the Parish Council.  Christian values are at the heart of our school ethos and we meet for daily acts of worship. These provide opportunities for reflection and exploration of belief, drawing on the whole of the curriculum and celebrating all aspects of life in school.