Christian values, high expectations, treasuring uniqueness

A happy place to learn with a strong family feel

Christian values, high expectations, treasuring uniqueness

A happy place to learn with a strong family feel

Christian values, high expectations, treasuring uniqueness

Welcome to St. Andrew's Primary Academy

St. Andrew's Primary is a five class school set in an idyllic village location, close to the Jurassic Coast and Blackdown Hills. As part of the Acorn Multi Academy Trust we work closely with other local schools...

Mrs Donna Butler Head of School

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Oct 24, 2024

Yesterday afternoon, Foxes Class showcased their incredible, handmade, recycled bags to the rest of the school. The children wore clothes to compliment their bags and walked the runway to their song of choice. It was wonderful to see all of their unique designs.

Oct 24, 2024

Our lovely KS2 children have been enjoying skipping together on the playground this week. It has been a joy watching them have so much fun together.

Oct 23, 2024

Today we had a fantastic visit from Chard Tae Kwon-do, who ran a taster session with each of our classes. Thank you to Nina for joining us and to the children for showing such good self control!

Oct 22, 2024

The children in Foxes Class have been reading the book Cogheart by Peter Bunzl and have been working hard this half term on their mechanicals. We are really impressed with their unique drawings. They also wrote an explanation text about how to repair them.

Oct 22, 2024

Yesterday, a team of Y5 and 6 pupils took part in a football tournament against several other local primary schools. We had a successful afternoon, coming 4th overall. Well done to all of the children for demonstrating fantastic determination, self-belief and teamwork.

Oct 17, 2024

A group of year 5 children attended a sporting challenge event at Bicton College this morning. They took part in a wide range of activities - earning certificates, stickers and even a t-shirt along the way! Each of them showed amazing determination and were wonderful representatives of our school.

Oct 10, 2024

As part of Hello Yellow day here at St. Andrew's, our children have had a non-uniform day, taken part in various wellbeing activities and our wellbeing ambassadors held a cake sale after school. The proceeds will be split between Young Minds Charity and our School Wellbeing Fund.

Sep 27, 2024

Congratulations to our school council who have been elected to represent their classes. We cannot wait to hold our first school council meeting and listen to all of your wonderful ideas.

Sep 26, 2024

During their art lessons this half term, Owls Class are exploring prehistoric art. This week the children foraged on site for natural items to paint with. They also made their own paint using flour, water and spices/herbs. It was a really enjoyable lesson despite the wet weather.

Sep 26, 2024

After some very heavy rain yesterday, the sky brightened and the sun shone for the start of this season's cross country races. Everyone did an incredible job and finished with very soggy feet but with smiling faces! Congratulations to all of our runners.

Sep 24, 2024

We look forward to welcoming new families to look around our lovely school! Please share this flyer with friends and family and help our school community to grow! Whether you are looking for reception class intake 2025, or in year admissions we look forward to hearing from you.

Sep 18, 2024

We will be holding a non-uniform day and a cake sale on Thursday 10th October. All money raised will go towards Young Minds Charity and our Wellbeing Fund here at St. Andrew's Primary Academy. We are also asking for cake donations, please remember we are a nut free school (brownie points for yellow themed bakes). See poster for further details!

Sep 4, 2024

We were delighted to welcome back all of our pupils today and we want to offer a warm welcome to our new Reception Class of 2024.

Jul 19, 2024

We want to say a really big thank you to all of our parents/carers and volunteers who offer their support throughout the year. We hope that you all have a fantastic summer and we look forward to seeing you all in September.

Jul 18, 2024

We did it! We received the gold award for the School Games Mark for the third consecutive year. We just want to say a special thank you to Miss Grabham, who is our PE Coordinator here at St. Andrew's. She works really hard to arrange all of our fantastic PE sessions, sports events, competitions and visitors.

Jul 17, 2024

Thank you to all involved in our year 5/6 production of The Wizard of Oz. The children were fantastic and they really shone in their roles.

Jul 16, 2024

Look at this incredible young man who walked to our office using his new walker today, we are so proud!

Jul 12, 2024

Our Key Stage 2 children had a fantastic time taking part in an African dance workshop yesterday. Louis (the Cameroonian teacher) lent the children some Africa-themed outfits, taught them lots of traditional moves and also shared some amazing vocal effects too. The joy on their faces says it all; what an incredible afternoon of music, dance and fun!

Jul 11, 2024

It looks like our year 6 children have had another fantastic, fun filled day at PGL. The children always enjoy the challenging activities and show a great level of bravery and resilience when faced with these new experiences.

Jul 11, 2024

Year 6 are having a fantastic time at their PGL Residential. Last night they were able to enjoy the big game before bed. They have had a delicious cooked breakfast this morning and are heading off for their first activities of the day.

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Welcome to St. Andrew's Primary Academy

Visions and Values

Key Information

Subjects

Acorn MAT

ConnectingOur Community

What's On

Children in Need

Online Safety for parents - Mr Evans in the Oak Room 3:30 PM

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Connecting
Our Community