Welcome to St James CE Primary School

‘Leaders are proactively committed to the community and ‘go above and beyond’ transforming the lives of those they serve’ (SIAMS, March 2020)

'The school is wonderful and my child has been supported throughout any challenges she has faced. The staff are lovely and welcoming and I am so happy that I chose this school for my child. The school values are incredible and my child is thriving and it is wonderful to see. Thank you.' (Parent survey response, November 2025)

'We absolutely love St James Primary. The staff are fantastic . We really appreciate all the support to help our son progress in learning and physical activities. Thank you for making going to school a fun, enjoyable experience. We feel pride sending our child here and we never have to worry which is a blessing as a parent.' (Parent survey response, October 2026)

'The school vision, ‘Let us love...Let us thrive,’ is woven through every aspect of school life. Pupils are known, valued and heard. They learn in a happy, caring school with a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone is included. Pupils feel safe and trust adults to help them with any problems.' (OFSTED, May 2026)

St James C of E Primary School prides itself in providing a happy, safe, secure and supportive learning environment to enable each child to flourish.  We are a highly inclusive school and value everyone's unique contribution to our school community. We are committed to making sure our children are equipped with the necessary skills, attributes and personal qualities that will allow them to contribute positively to their local community and the wider global community. 

Children are at the centre of everything that we do. This is underpinned by our vision of 'Let us love...Let us thrive' and core values of love, friendship, respect, endurance, honesty, peace. We have high expectations and aspirations for all children and we want them to be brave, responsible, independent, communicators who are knowledgeable and self-motivated.
 

Mr D Heather - Headteacher