Stanley Road is an exciting and successful primary school providing an excellent standard of education. We are extremely ambitious for all our pupils and achieve great results through our exemplary behaviour, knowledge-rich curriculum and explicit teaching.
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Y3 POETRY ASSEMBLY
The poetry assembly for Year 3 will now take place on Wednesday 6th December.
The poetry assembly for Year 3 will now take place on Wednesday 6th December.
POSTPONED DUE TO UNPLANNED SCHOOL CLOSURE - ANTI-BULLYING MEETING
Anti bullying meeting on Monday 27th November at 9am. All are welcome.
Anti bullying meeting on Monday 27th November at 9am. All are welcome.
AUTUMN TERM 2 NEWSLETTER
Please read our Autumn term 2 newsletter for the latest news and dates for the diary
Please read our Autumn term 2 newsletter for the latest news and dates for the diary
| Newsletter Autumn 2 2023 |
HOMEWORK UPDATE FOR PARENTS
Please read the letter below regarding our approach to homework in Key Stage 1 and 2.
Please read the letter below regarding our approach to homework in Key Stage 1 and 2.
| Homework Letter 2023.pdf |
ATTENDANCE LETTER
At Stanley Road we know that good attendance is the key to successful schooling. We believe that all our pupils are entitled to the highest standard of education and are capable of achieving great things. However, this is only possible if children attend school every day.
We ask that all parents read the letter below regarding attendance at Stanley Road.
At Stanley Road we know that good attendance is the key to successful schooling. We believe that all our pupils are entitled to the highest standard of education and are capable of achieving great things. However, this is only possible if children attend school every day.
We ask that all parents read the letter below regarding attendance at Stanley Road.
| Attendance Letter September 2023 |
RETURN TO SCHOOL
It was lovely to welcome back all our children on the 4th September. Please find our Welcome Back Newsletter below...
It was lovely to welcome back all our children on the 4th September. Please find our Welcome Back Newsletter below...
| Welcome back newsletter September 2023 |
APPLICATIONS FOR A SCHOOL PLACE
If your child is due to start primary or secondary school in September 2024. You need to complete the online application at www.oldham.gov.uk/admissions. If you don’t live in Oldham, you will need to make your application to the LA where you pay your council tax.
The closing date for primary applications is 15th Jan 2024 at 5pm.
The closing date for secondary applications is 31st October 2023 at 5pm.
If your child is due to start primary or secondary school in September 2024. You need to complete the online application at www.oldham.gov.uk/admissions. If you don’t live in Oldham, you will need to make your application to the LA where you pay your council tax.
The closing date for primary applications is 15th Jan 2024 at 5pm.
The closing date for secondary applications is 31st October 2023 at 5pm.
SUPPORTING PUPILS WITH HANDWRITING
At Stanley Road, we teach pupils to write neatly using a programme called Kinetic Letters. Please read the guidance below so that you can help your child to become fluent in this important skill.
At Stanley Road, we teach pupils to write neatly using a programme called Kinetic Letters. Please read the guidance below so that you can help your child to become fluent in this important skill.
| Handwriting Guidance for Parents |
PARENTPAY
Please be aware that we are in the process of moving to a more convenient system for parents to pay for school meals and other school items online. Please read the letter below to find out more about what you need to do to prepare to move to this new system. If you have any questions please speak to the school office staff.
Please be aware that we are in the process of moving to a more convenient system for parents to pay for school meals and other school items online. Please read the letter below to find out more about what you need to do to prepare to move to this new system. If you have any questions please speak to the school office staff.
| Parent Pay Letter |
LATIN AT STANLEY ROAD
We were recently asked to take part in some filming to help promote the teaching of Latin in primary schools. As you will probably know, we have been teaching Latin in school for the last few years and have become one of the most prominent schools in the UK for teaching this subject. Here is the video featuring our pupils and teachers...
We were recently asked to take part in some filming to help promote the teaching of Latin in primary schools. As you will probably know, we have been teaching Latin in school for the last few years and have become one of the most prominent schools in the UK for teaching this subject. Here is the video featuring our pupils and teachers...
Sounds-Write Phonics Programme
If you would like to find out more about how we teach young children to read and write at Stanley Road and would like to help your child to grow in confidence then we recommend all parents of children in Reception and Year 1 complete the Sounds-Write Parents' course at the link here - SOUNDS-WRITE PARENTS' COURSE PART 1
A second parent course for children at the end of Year 1 and those in Year 2 is available here - SOUNDS-WRITE PARENTS' COURSE PART 2
The courses consist of a number of short videos to watch which give parents the knowledge they need to help their child develop into a confident reader and writer.
A second parent course for children at the end of Year 1 and those in Year 2 is available here - SOUNDS-WRITE PARENTS' COURSE PART 2
The courses consist of a number of short videos to watch which give parents the knowledge they need to help their child develop into a confident reader and writer.
Parent Opinions of Stanley Road
"Fantastic work from all staff to ensure all children are happy and secure at school, interested in their learning and making fab progress. The safeguarding at this school is fab, children feel they are safe and can approach staff to discuss anything and that staff will listen to them. I couldn't be more pleased with the school's work."
“The teachers are amazing. I would recommend every parent to choose this school for their kids.”
“My children are always ‘buzzing’ with their learning.”
"The school has exceptionally high standards and treats all children and parents with respect. All children's needs are met to the highest standards. The school has a warm welcoming nature where staff are working really hard to do their best, always challenging children to be the best they can be. I really couldn't fault the school in anything!"
"I have always been happy with the ethos and atmosphere at Stanley Road, but Mrs Howarth and the staff have really pushed the school onto the next level."
“The teachers are amazing. I would recommend every parent to choose this school for their kids.”
“My children are always ‘buzzing’ with their learning.”
"The school has exceptionally high standards and treats all children and parents with respect. All children's needs are met to the highest standards. The school has a warm welcoming nature where staff are working really hard to do their best, always challenging children to be the best they can be. I really couldn't fault the school in anything!"
"I have always been happy with the ethos and atmosphere at Stanley Road, but Mrs Howarth and the staff have really pushed the school onto the next level."
- 100% of parents surveyed say their child feels safe at school.
- 100% of parents say their children are taught well and are well looked after.
- 99% of parents say that there is a good standard of behaviour at the school.
- 99% of parents surveyed say that their child makes good progress.
- 99% of parents say they would recommend this school to another parent
Visitor Comments
Each year, we host a significant number of teachers and school leaders who are keen to find out more about the way we do things at Stanley Road. In particular, visitors come to see our 'three pillars' in action - exemplary behaviour, a knowledge-rich curriculum and explicit teaching. Here are a selection of comments made by visitors to school...
"Had a wonderful day at Stanley Road Primary. Plenty of wonderful academic learning where students are happy to demonstrate what they know and behave impeccably. Everyone should visit if they can!"
Neil Almond, School Leader, London
"Enjoyed visiting Stanley Road today. I've worked in literally hundreds of schools during my career and this was by far the calmest. It wasn't 'strict' teachers demanding quiet with a 'zero tolerance' approach - just all staff working together to build a culture."
Jimmy Rotherham, Music Teacher, Leeds.
"Such impeccable behaviour in a lovely warm environment."
Allison Ash, Headteacher, Brian Clarke Academy, Oldham
"Wow! Stanley Road Primary School... incredible! I am so impressed with the excellent behaviour, focus and enthusiasm shown by all students consistently across the school. I want to teach here! Ambitious and rigorous knowledge-rich curriculum embedded. Thank you!"
Kate Jones, Teacher, Author, North Wales
"It was amazing to see your curriculum in action! The children were just fantastic in their ability to talk about their learning and the consistent knowledge-rich curriculum on offer at Stanley Road everyday! A very special place!"
Mrs Marshall, Headteacher, Northamptonshire
"I'm not showing off or anything but today I got to go to Stanley Road Primary School with my colleagues and it blew our socks off. So many highlights but Year 2's choral poetry recital was pure joy."
Jon Hutchinson, Director of Training and Development at the Reach Foundation
"I would thoroughly recommend visiting Stanley Road to anybody who wants to know how to build a knowledge-rich curriculum that is implemented with thought and care."
Steve Davis, Headteacher, Huntingdon
"Our school team have taken so much away from our visit today. Your children are delightful and a real credit to you all. It is clear that you all work extremely hard to give each child the very best education possible. They’re very lucky to attend Stanley Road."
Claire Greenway, Headteacher, Chorley
Neil Almond, School Leader, London
"Enjoyed visiting Stanley Road today. I've worked in literally hundreds of schools during my career and this was by far the calmest. It wasn't 'strict' teachers demanding quiet with a 'zero tolerance' approach - just all staff working together to build a culture."
Jimmy Rotherham, Music Teacher, Leeds.
"Such impeccable behaviour in a lovely warm environment."
Allison Ash, Headteacher, Brian Clarke Academy, Oldham
"Wow! Stanley Road Primary School... incredible! I am so impressed with the excellent behaviour, focus and enthusiasm shown by all students consistently across the school. I want to teach here! Ambitious and rigorous knowledge-rich curriculum embedded. Thank you!"
Kate Jones, Teacher, Author, North Wales
"It was amazing to see your curriculum in action! The children were just fantastic in their ability to talk about their learning and the consistent knowledge-rich curriculum on offer at Stanley Road everyday! A very special place!"
Mrs Marshall, Headteacher, Northamptonshire
"I'm not showing off or anything but today I got to go to Stanley Road Primary School with my colleagues and it blew our socks off. So many highlights but Year 2's choral poetry recital was pure joy."
Jon Hutchinson, Director of Training and Development at the Reach Foundation
"I would thoroughly recommend visiting Stanley Road to anybody who wants to know how to build a knowledge-rich curriculum that is implemented with thought and care."
Steve Davis, Headteacher, Huntingdon
"Our school team have taken so much away from our visit today. Your children are delightful and a real credit to you all. It is clear that you all work extremely hard to give each child the very best education possible. They’re very lucky to attend Stanley Road."
Claire Greenway, Headteacher, Chorley
This map shows the locations of some of our recent visitors
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We are proud to be part of the Exemplary Leadership Programme (ELP). This programme enables participants of all settings to build and enact their school leadership knowledge in very specific domains:
1. Establishing and embedding exemplary behaviour and an exemplary school culture. 2. Working with line-managers and subject leaders to develop a knowledge rich curriculum. 3. Ensuring that curriculum is enacted powerfully, grounded in what we know works, and respecting subject disciplines. |