Holy Child Primary School
Sharing, Caring and Learning
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School Development Plan Summary
Following approval from the school's board of governors I am providing a brief summary of the school development plan for 2025/26. These targets were drawn from looking at data, observations and previous questionnaires of staff, pupils, parents and governors.
Holy Child Primary School – Parental Summary of School Development Plan 2025–2026
Our Vision:
Sharing, Caring & Learning – We want every child to feel happy, safe and supported so they can achieve their best in a caring, faith-based environment.
What’s Our Focus This Year?
Boost Literacy & Numeracy
- Support for pupils who need help with reading, writing and maths.
- Group interventions and creative teaching strategies.
- Staff training to make learning fun and effective.
- Maths focus: Problem solving.
- Literacy focus: Spelling & punctuation.
Stronger Home–School Partnerships
- More parent policy workshops and curriculum meetings.
- Regular communication through SeeSaw and social media.
- Focus groups and PTA involvement to give stakeholders a voice.
- Develop the school wraparound care provision.
- Develop pupil voice through Student Council, Eco Council and Digital Leaders.
Supporting Staff Development
- Teachers working together through peer observation and book discussions.
- Sharing best practice to improve teaching and learning for all pupils.
- Staff to attend clusters to share good practice.
- Training in delivery of RSE programme.
- Training in use of iZak 9 equipment.
Expanding SEN Provision
- Opening a second SEN unit to provide more tailored support.
- Consistent routines and shared resources across both units.
- Develop transition for pupils and use of technology to help every child thrive.
How Will We Measure Success?
- More children meeting or exceeding targets in Literacy and Numeracy.
- Higher attendance and punctuality.
- Parents feeling informed and involved.
- Positive behaviour and wellbeing across the school.
- SEN pupils achieving their individual goals.
Thank you for your continued support! Together, we can make Holy Child a place where every child feels valued and achieves their full potential.