All-through school community
We are an all-through school - multiple phases of education in one setting
Being an all-through school has a number of benefits for all:
For staff
- able to work together across all phases to track children’s attainment progress from age 4 to 19
- a seamless transition between primary and secondary phases for data and knowledge transfer
- share best practice and learn from one another, across the phases, ensuring continuity of the curriculum and assessment processes
- our High Performance Learning (HPL) programme enables a unified approach to teaching and learning throughout all phases
For students
- Children stay settled, creating long-lasting friendships and sense of community and close proximity to siblings
- Students are well-known both on a pastoral and academic perspective throughout their school journey
- Primary students benefit from access to subject specialist teaching and facilities
- Opportunities are created for student-to-student mentoring and leadership
- The House system creates a sense of belonging within our all-through school community and connects students across all ages phases and in family groups
For parents
- practicality of families being in one setting- supports busy family life and helps to build lasting relationships
- a consistent approach to their child's education and reassurance and familiarity in knowing siblings are together
- a smooth and seamless primary to secondary transition experience for Year 6 parents, in knowing their child will automatically transition into secondary phase education
At the heart of our community
Community is incredibly important to us at Caroline Chisholm School. We work closely with the Wootton Parish Council to improve our surroundings - whether it be tree planting, litter pick up days or clean up at the Caroline Chisholm grave site. We believe instilling concern for society into our students as they mature into young adults is an important part of learning.
Buddy Time
It is our aim to establish positive and caring relationships between the youngest and oldest pupils in the primary phase of the school, and it is our policy to pair children with a Year 6 mentor (buddy) during their Reception Year. This is an important partnership that helps the children develop confidence in school and establish friendships with older pupils in the school class. Likewise, the Year 6 pupils develop their sense of responsibility as a role model, mentor and friend.
The children's buddies will ensure that they are happy during whole school breaks by playing with them and looking after their needs and general wellbeing. The relationship will also extend into the classroom, sharing in learning and achievements.
Concern for Society - Making a positive contribution
We have strong links with our local Parish Council, supporting events regularly to benefit our local community.
🌲 Tree planting to benefit local wildlife and improve surroundings in the village
🎖️ Caroline Chisholm School Cadet Force in attendance at Remembrance Events
🎨 Transforming a shelter at the Recreation Ground, to feature a stunning mural designed by students
We are incredibly proud of our school's involvement in community initiatives and supporting the Wootton Parish Council.
Science (STEM) Projects
Our annual Science Festival is always a great success! Students from Years 5-8 come together to showcase their passion for all things Science.
It is a wonderful event where we welcome students from our cluster schools, Wootton Primary and Woodland View, with all students competing alongside each other in this special cross-phase competition.
