Headteachers Introduction
As the Headteacher of Thorn Grove Primary School it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to our website. I hope it provides you with the comprehensive information you require and a glimpse into the life of the school. If after searching the website you still require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact the school.
I may well be accused of being biased but I feel compelled to let you into a little secret, Thorn Grove Primary is a truly wonderful school. It sits proudly in the heart of our community valuing the bonds forged with all those that choose to walk through our doors.
From the moment you pass through the threshold, the warm atmosphere of the school envelops you and you are instantly put at ease. As you walk our corridors and visit our classrooms you will be struck by the calm but purposeful working atmosphere and the bright, happy faces of our children.
Our school vision is ‘Together we nurture curious, respectful, aspirational individuals’. This vision is the DNA of our school and is underpinned by our Head, Heart and Hands Curriculum. We want our children to be ignited by their learning experiences, we want them to be kind and caring citizens both now and in the future, we want them to be inspired and we want them to achieve in all of their endeavours. From the moment our children enter Nursery or Reception we will care and nurture your children and believe in fostering in our pupils a love of learning that extends well beyond the classroom.
We are proud of our children and we make sure we take time to track, record and celebrate their achievements. Our numerous Ofsted reports comment on the excellent behaviour of our pupils, their attitude to work and the fabulous relationships they form not only with their peers but with the staff too. Our diverse community, with over 20 languages spoken, creates the perfect context to inspire learning about people, their culture and truly celebrating all that makes us who we are.
Thorn Grove is a truly unique main stream primary school. It is unique because situated within it, is a small Educational Designated Unit for Deaf pupils. The parents/carers of these children have chosen a sign bilingual approach for the education of their child. The Deaf Base, which is resourced and managed by Stockport Hearing and Vision Specialist Service, caters for a small number of pupils who live within the Stockport Borough. The children that attend Deaf Base are very much part of the school community and access all aspects of our school. This means all children across our school benefit from daily British Sign Language and the highest levels of communication friendly teaching.
Thorn Grove is very fortunate to have a team of highly skilled and dedicated professionals who pride themselves on their commitment to constant professional development. From national qualifications, frequent professional reading and hosting teacher research groups in our recognised centre of excellence for Maths and Drama. Our teachers delight in their commitment to nurturing curiosity, respect and aspiration in themselves.
I have so much more I could say but I think it is best to end by stating, my introduction to the school and the website only offers you a window into the heart of our school, so feel free to open the door by arranging a visit and seeing the school at its best.
