Istead Rise
Primary School

All members of the Istead Rise team work hard to ensure that children receive the very best deal by having high expectations.  At Istead Rise there are four core values which the school works hard to instil.  These are: independence, respect, perseverance and self-reflection.  Istead Rise Primary School uses a Restorative Approach to manage behaviour and deal with conflict.  This approach focuses on developing positive relationships within the school and creates a safe, secure environment which enables children to develop both academically and socially.

During the last academic year there have been significant changes to how all subjects are taught at Istead Rise, which has led to a notable rise in pupil outcomes.  The mornings are dedicated to the consistent teaching of core subjects (reading, writing and maths).  In English teachers follow a carefully considered approach to teaching and learning, based around ensuring pupils are fully equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to produce many pieces of outstanding, independent writing.  Within mathematics, we follow the mastery approach which enables children to make accelerated progress across the curriculum at a pace suitable for their own individual, developmental needs.    The school also follows the Cornerstones curriculum to deliver topic based learning during the afternoons, which provides children with real life, exciting learning experiences.    

Istead Rise works collaboratively with other primary schools within the Trust to share good practice.  The school also benefits from the Friends of Istead Rise Primary School (FIRPS) fundraising committee, who organise events throughout the year to raise additional funds for the school.