Welcome to South Norwood Primary School

We are very proud to announce that South Norwood Primary School has been graded GOOD in all areas following our first inspection in January 2023.

“Pupils like their school. They are happy, safe and enjoy learning”.

Read the report in full here: https://thepioneeracademy.co.uk/croydon/primary/south-norwood/site/pages/ourschool/keyinformation/ofsted

We are a two-form entry school in the South Norwood area of Croydon, with an 'Enhanced Learning Provision' in the heart of a vibrant community. More importantly we have amazing children and a large team of staff who work hard to ensure that everyone learns to succeed.

South Norwood Primary School's Vision

South Norwood Primary School is a caring school which is dedicated to providing all children with extraordinary school days. Children access the curriculum through inspiring, relevant and inclusive experiences. We nurture and challenge our children to believe and succeed. To dream big and become global citizens in life beyond school. 

The Pioneer Academy Vision

We put children first, pioneering excellence and championing each and every child. Safe - Happy – Learning

Educational Principles

The following principles, laid out by The Pioneer Academy are tried and tested in all of its schools and have been recognised as being highly successful by Ofsted.  These principles underpin The Pioneer Trust Mantra which promotes success for children and guarantees improved outcomes.

·        Promoting and achieving excellence - to inspire children and adults to achieve the extraordinary in dynamic learning environments that foster the development of independent learning.  Working in partnership across The Pioneer Academy to provide innovative opportunities for staff and children to raise aspirations

·        Recognising the importance of outstanding teaching and learning - to develop leaders of learning, create the reality and sustain high quality educational experiences and raise the self- esteem of all children enabling them to contribute positively to society

·        Actively encouraging creativity and innovation - giving opportunities for risk taking and the exploration of new knowledge and concepts to grow a ‘can do’ and ‘no excuses’ learning culture

·        Consistent high standards of behaviour and attendance - role modelled by all staff to shape the ethos and values of the school, support learning and promote achievement

·        Equality and diversity - to gain mutual respect through an understanding of the key values of justice and equality

·        Safeguarding health, safety and welfare - to protect all children and adults

This will be achieved by:

·         Securing outstanding leadership at all levels within the school and across The Trust

·         Developing excellent governance and strategic planning, including legal, promotional and financial management

·         Appointing and developing highly qualified, excellent Teachers, administrative and learning support staff

·         Establishing a regular forum for children and families to discuss views with school leaders and governors, contributing to our journey to excellence

·         Learning from the best systems for self-evaluation, review and inspection to monitor and measure progress

·         Bringing school staff and partners together to learn from each other, consider innovative practice and inspire future developments

The Pioneer Academy Expectations

Safe:

• Schools are safe and secure

• Safeguarding is effective and robust

• Similarities and differences are celebrated; everyone thrives and flourishes

Happy:

• Pupils and staff are positive and succeed in a supportive environment

• Wellbeing for all

• High standards of attendance and enjoyment are outcomes of an inclusive TPA school

Learning:

• Learning is achieved by the successful sequencing of memorable experiences

• Learners are engaged, resilient and enthusiastic

• Learning outcomes are ambitious due to knowledgeable and effective teaching

Celebration Assemblies

These are enjoyable assemblies which the children really look forward to because they have the opportunity to share their work or particular success of the week.