Our School

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What Kingsway Feels Like

A School Built on Relationships, Belonging and Care

Kingsway Primary School is more than a place of learning — it is a community built on relationships, respect and shared responsibility.

Visitors often tell us that Kingsway feels calm, welcoming and purposeful. Children describe school as a place where they feel safe, known and listened to. Families experience a school that works in partnership, responds early and places children’s wellbeing at the heart of decision‑making.

A place where children are known

Kingsway is a school where children are truly known as individuals.

Staff take time to understand who children are, what matters to them and what they need to thrive. Strong, trusting relationships between children and adults mean that:

• children feel confident to speak up
• worries are noticed early
• support feels natural, not reactive
• mistakes are seen as part of learning

This relational approach underpins everything we do.

Pupil voice – coming soon
“I love learning at Kingsway – we can make mistakes and that’s how we get better. My teacher helps me to get better every day”  Teddy - Reception

A calm, inclusive environment

Stepping into Kingsway, you notice a sense of calm.

Classrooms are designed as enabling environments, reducing barriers and supporting independence. Routines are predictable, expectations are clear and adults respond consistently and kindly.

Children describe learning spaces where they:

• feel safe to try
• are supported without being singled out
• can access help when needed
• are encouraged to support one another

Difference is not just accepted — it is valued.

A school that listens to children

Children’s voices matter at Kingsway.

Through School Parliament and daily classroom practice, pupils are encouraged to:

• share their views
• represent their peers
• influence school improvement
• understand democracy and responsibility

Children see that their ideas lead to real changes, helping them feel respected and empowered.

Pupil voice
“What we say makes a difference. There are adults in school who listen to what we say and they do their best to make the changes that we want! Miss Dunstan always listens in School Parliament time and I feel important.”

"Kingsway is the best! You learn great things every day and we all show our school values to each other." Isabelle - Year 3

"Kingsway cares about togetherness and difference a lot. We help people not to worry and help them to feel part of our school. I really love playtimes - especially playing basketball." Evelyn - Year 3

"I love PE, seeing my friends and there are lots of people who help me." Harper - Year 4

"People are kind. It makes me feel happy. The school has lots of values that make me happy too." Ivy - Reception

"We do good learning every day." Ernie - Nursery

"All the teachers care for you from the moment you start." Albert - Year 2

"Everyone works together as a team to make our school a special and happy place to be" Wren - Year 2

"Our values make Kingsway great. We thrive on difference and we all care about each other; no matter our differences!" Dylan - year 4

"We learn our values. We can use them every day - at school and at home. Everyone is so friendly here. I'vemade some really close bonds with lots of people. It's a great school where we can be creative." Amelia - year 4

"OPAL makes our playtimes more fun and exciting." Muhammad-Ali - Year 4

"The teachers are always kind and they make our lessons interesting." Leo- Year 1

"The OPAL playtimes mean that everyone can play with things that we are interested in." Kilian - year 1

A partnership with families

Families consistently tell us that Kingsway feels supportive, approachable and honest.

We work closely with parents and carers, recognising that strong relationships between home and school make the biggest difference. Communication is open, respectful and grounded in trust.

At Kingsway:

• parents know who to talk to
• concerns are shared early
• support is planned together
• help is offered without judgement

Parent voice
“I just want to say thank you for all of the help that school has provided. I felt like things were never going to get better but things are far more positive now and that is because of the support that we have received as a family.” Parent of a child in Year 1

"The school has a family values vibe to it and everyone is friendly and helpful. The environment and atmosphere created makes sure pupils and their parents are always welcome and it’s easy to raise any questions or concerns."

"The atmosphere is lovely the teachers really care and it’s a wonderful school with a lot of promise. It feels very much like a community and I am thrilled my children attend."

"The team at Kingsway Primary & Nursery School has provided outstanding care for our special needs daughter since early 2026. She integrated effortlessly and feels incredibly cared for, particularly by the headteacher who always greets her with a morning hug. This supportive setting has transformed her self-esteem and confidence. A massive thank you to Mr Walker (SENDCO) for making her transition from her old school so smooth."

"Amazing school. Staff and headteacher are all amazing, friendly and approachable. I’m very happy my son is here"

"My child is in the new SSC and he is also new to the school since January. Wonderful nurturing staff, calm environment throughout the school, fantastic communication between school and parent/carers. The wellbeing of pupils is at the core of the school. The use of the outdoors for learning is a wonderful resource. My child had been out of school for nearly a year before coming to Kingsway and his progress and confidence have been wonderful to see."

"Kingsway has a real family feel and you experience this the second you walk through the doors. The values are an integral part of the school and the children and staff demonstrate these daily - showing pride in their school. Staff are approachable and issues are always dealt with fairly and in a timely manner. I constantly recommend Kingsway to people in the local community."

"There is genuine care for each child. It is evident in the way all staff communicate with the children. The school values are celebrated well through stickers and certificates."

Inclusion as lived practice

Inclusion at Kingsway isn’t something that happens to children — it happens with them.

Children learn together in inclusive classrooms, supported through adaptive teaching, iQFT and relational care. Those who need additional support receive it with dignity, based on need rather than labels.

Children talk about:

• feeling they belong
• being able to be themselves
• receiving help without feeling different
• learning in ways that work for them

Parent Voice

"Our son has SEND needs and he is blooming at Kingsway Primary School.  Thank you to all of the staff for everything they do to support him." Parent of a child in Year 5

A school that feels safe

Safeguarding at Kingsway is not just a policy — it is a culture.

Children say they know who to talk to if they are worried. Adults notice changes, act early and follow through. Families know concerns will be taken seriously and handled with care.

Safety at Kingsway includes:

• emotional safety
• relational safety
• physical safety

This sense of security provides the foundation for learning, growth and confidence.

Values you can feel

Kingsway’s values are not just words on a wall — they are visible in everyday interactions:

• We Care about Togetherness
  Children and adults support one another.
• We Thrive on Difference
  Diversity is respected and celebrated.
• We are Passionate about Learning
  Curiosity, effort and growth are encouraged.
• We are Inspired to Grow
  Mistakes are opportunities and progress is personal.

Visitors often comment that these values are not just stated — they are felt.

Growing and learning together

Kingsway is a reflective, forward -thinking and outward‑facing school.

Staff work closely with partners, families and other schools, continually learning and adapting practice so that children receive the best possible support. This culture of learning and improvement means Kingsway continues to grow alongside its community.

Our promise

At Kingsway Primary School, we promise to:

• know children well
• work in partnership with families
• place relationships at the heart of learning
• create a school where everyone belongs

That’s what Kingsway feels like.