Welcome to our School
Aspire Believe Celebrate
At St. Andrew’s School we develop aspiration, strength and self-belief by supporting each other and living our values.
Don’t be afraid, I have called you by name, you are mine. I have marked your name on the palms of my hands.
(Isaiah 43:1 and 49:16)
The parable of the lost sheep tells us that God is like the Good Shepherd and he loves and cares for every single one of us.
Welcome to our school website.
I am proud to be the Head Teacher of St. Andrew’s School.
Our motto is ASPIRE BELIEVE CELEBRATE and encouraging children to have
aspiration and the self-belief and resilience they need to achieve their goals is what we are all about. We are a church school and our practice is based on a strong set of values and the creation of a supportive culture.
Whether you are using this website to choose a school for your child or you are a parent of a child already in school I hope you find the information here useful.
If you can’t find what you are looking for or you have further questions do not
hesitate to get in touch with us.
Mrs S Rolfe
BSc, PGCE, MA Education (Management)
Head Teacher.
PARTIAL SCHOOL CLOSURE - TUESDAY 23RD TO THURSDAY 25TH JUNE 2026
With the red level weather warning for severe high temperatures this week, the school has made the decision for a partial school closure.
Partial School Closure
From Tuesday to Thursday (23rd to 25th June) the school will be closed from 12pm for children in reception to year four. This is due to the increasing temperatures in the afternoon on each of these days. Year 5 and 6 will be able to be in school all day (from 8:55am- 3:30pm) during this time because their classrooms are fitted with air conditioning units. Buttermere Class (East) will be located in Kentmere Classroom for the three days. This is so that they can also access air conditioning.
Home learning will be organised for those not in school during the afternoons and more information will be sent about this shortly.
Summary of Partial School Closure: Reception to year 4 in school 8:55am- 12pm from Tuesday to Thursday. Years 5 and 6 in school as usual.
Adjustments Within School
The following adjustments will be made within school to reduce the impact of the heat as far as possible:
- Children may wear PE kit or summer uniform.
- There will be restricted playtime outside.
- Regular opportunities to top up water bottles with water bottles being easily accessible.
- The Government guidance about opening and closing windows when temperatures are too high will be followed (for example, windows will be opened early in the morning).
- Children will be monitored closely for any signs of heat exhaustion and parents contacted straight away.
NHS Guidance on Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
Symptoms of heat exhaustion as stated by the NHS are: Tiredness, dizziness, headaches, feeling sick or being sick, excessive sweating and skin becoming pale and clammy, cramping (arms, legs or stomach), a high temperature, being very thirsty and feeling irritable.
Symptoms of heat stroke as stated by the NHS are: A very high temperature, hot skin without sweating, fast breathing and a fast heart beat, confusion and restlessness, seizure (fit) and loss of consciousness.
Please see the NHS website for more details: https://www.nhs.uk/
conditions/heat-exhaustion- heatstroke/ Year 2 Trip
Due to the high temperatures on Wednesday 24th June, the year 2 trip to The British Schools Museum will be postponed to Wednesday 15th July. The museum does not have any air conditioning and so we feel that this is the safest option for the children in Swan and Owl Classes.
You can find more advice about staying safe in hot weather at
We never take school closures lightly and know how much this impacts on parents, but we have made the decision to partially close the school due to the extreme weather conditions.
St. Andrew's VC Primary School
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