Welcome
Welcome to Crich Junior School.
Our happy, caring, community school
Dear Parents and Carers,
I would like to welcome both you and your child/children to Crich Junior School. The staff, the governors and I hope to provide a rich educational experience and a happy, caring environment for your child during their time with us. In school we value our family atmosphere where pupils are encouraged to learn and play together.
Our school family works in partnership with the Infant School and our local Secondary Schools to ensure our pupils have an enriching experience so that they develop as confident, caring and accomplished pupils at each key stage of their education.
In May 2013 we had our most recent full OFSTED inspection which graded the school as outstanding. The inspection reported on the excellent progress and attainment of pupils and how ‘teachers make learning fun and ensure that pupils of all ages and abilities learn rapidly’. We are delighted as a staff when our parents frequently tell us how much their children love coming to school. A full report is located on the OFSTED website or on our own school website.
This success was followed, in July 2013, by us achieving Artsmark Gold, followed by Artsmark Platinum in recognition of our commitment and high achievement in the arts. We are currently in the process of applying for this award again. In addition, we promote a healthy food culture by involving our pupils in cooking and growing activities, visiting farms and serving healthy school meals. Our pupils love looking after the school hens and using their eggs. We are also a Music Excellence Partner (2018) for our instrumental music work in school.
We are really proud to have been awarded School of Sanctuary status—the first school in Derbyshire to obtain this award.
We extend a warm invitation to you to come and visit the school and see our exciting curriculum for yourself. If you have not yet decided to send your child to this school but are considering it, then you and your child are very welcome to visit us. I shall be very pleased to show you around the school and to discuss any matters that will affect the education of your child. We would like you to be an involved partner in the education of your child and as a parent you will be made welcome in our school at any time. You may telephone us to make an appointment or just simply call in, as there will always be someone here to help you if I am not available.
Best wishes,
Mr. Chris Orridge
Headteacher