COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE

Welcome to St. James’ CE Primary School

We are a school community that is ‘Committed to Excellence’ in all aspects of our work. We strive for the best possible academic outcomes for all children and deliver an engaging curriculum full of exciting opportunities. Most importantly, we work tirelessly with families to create children that we are proud to say are from St.James’. This website will provide you with an overview of our school, but would encourage prospective parents to visit our fantastic setting and see what makes St.James’ so special.

WHAT MAKES ST JAMES’ SPECIAL

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Curriculum

At St James’ CE Primary School we aim to provide the children with a curriculum which is broad, well balanced and above all
stimulates the children to learn.

In addition to acquiring skills
and knowledge, we aim to help the children to grow in confidence and maturity so that they can enter secondary school, and later, adulthood with the ability to pursue wholeheartedly, academic, social and cultural activities.

It is a curriculum which is both coherent and cohesive.

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St. James’ Child

Our children are at the forefront of everything we do at St James’. We strive for the best possible academic outcomes for
all children and deliver an engaging curriculum full of exciting opportunities which promote a life-long love of learning.

Most importantly, we work tirelessly with families to create independent learners who are adaptable, questioning, curious
and confident in their own ability to achieve their full potential, and children that we are proud to say are from St. James.

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Community

The spirit of community at St James’ is one of its defining features. Founded on a Church of England tradition the school welcomes children of all faiths and beliefs to a community that emphasises values of spiritual awareness, understanding and respect for others.

We celebrate achievement and individuality,
providing a diverse range of experiences that encourages children to understand the value of working together and recognising the talents and contributions of their peers.

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St James C.E. Primary School1 Day ago
Huge thanks to the Panathlon Foundation and the Rochdale Borough School Games Partnership for putting on such a fantastic bowling event at Tenpin bowling, Sandbrook Park.

The children and staff had absolute blast, who knew we had so many secret bowling pros at St James’?! 🏆

A massive shoutout to Summer in Year 4, who achieved a special certificate for smashing through the 100 point barrier in a single game! Amazing job, Summer! 🌟

Well done to all our superstars who took home medals and certificates. We are so proud of you all! 🥇✨

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St James C.E. Primary School
St James C.E. Primary School1 Day ago
Today, our community reflects on the sad loss of former Headteacher, Mr Ford, who sadly passed away recently.

Mr Ford led St James’ for over 15 years, starting in the late 1980s. Anyone who had the privilege of knowing him will remember him as a true gentleman, always kind, patient, and deeply caring toward his pupils and staff.

We know that so many families across the St James’ community hold wonderful memories of their time with him. Please feel free to share your memories and leave your condolences in the comments below.

Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his family and loved ones during this time. Rest in peace, Mr Ford. Forever remembered. ❤️
St James C.E. Primary School
St James C.E. Primary School2 days ago
Inspired by James Reeves' poem Fireworks, Year 4 have been busy capturing all the sparkle and magic of Bonfire Night in their own writing. 🎆

Watch below as Blake, Yasmin, Rupert, and Ronnie share their wonderful work aloud! 👏 They have rhyme, rhythm and loads of imagination, we hope you enjoy listening! 💫

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