It is a privilege to be Headteacher at Temple Meadow and I am delighted to welcome you to our school website. 

Whether you are one of our current families, a prospective family or simply exploring, I hope you find all the information you need about our vibrant school community.

At Temple Meadow, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive; our children are so rewarding to work with. They are full of fun, enjoyment and have a thirst for knowledge Our school is a place of curiosity, creativity, and learning, where we strive to inspire each child to reach their full potential, both academically and personally.

Our talented and caring team work tirelessly to create a warm, inclusive atmosphere that fosters a love for learning. We believe that education is a partnership between school and home, and we value the strong relationships we build with our families. Together, we ensure that every child not only achieves excellence, but also grows into a kind, confident, and responsible individual.

The entire teaching team at Temple Meadow are rightfully proud of the curriculum we have carefully designed and implemented across all subjects. Our curriculum is ambitious, meets the needs of our school community, is inclusive and values diversity. A particular curriculum strength is how we have carefully sequenced it and developed an agreed language of learning. Our curriculum is designed to develop the knowledge and skills that support future life and employment. We are a school that celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone is 'Proud to be Me'. Throughout the school, you will see stunning displays which showcase learning including fabulous writing and creative outcomes. We value reading highly and have lovely libraries.

We have clear aims and aspirations for our pupils which supports the cultural capital that our pupils need for future learning employment. Our Learning 4 Life curriculum includes ‘Aiming High’ and ‘Fit 4 Life’ which is tailored to meet our contextual needs. 

At our most recent OFSTED inspection in June 2023, we were once again delighted to retain our 'GOOD' accreditation. The OFSTED report celebrates our lively and engaging culture of learning. Direct quotes from the report we particularly celebrate include: 

'Pupils have a rich and varied set of experiences at Temple Meadow. From dance and performance in a purpose-built studio to gardening projects and working with artists, there are plenty of memorable activities. This very distinctive feature of the school helps pupils to enjoy attending each day and be enthusiastic about learning.......Leaders and staff have high expectations for pupils. They are supportive role models, who promote worthwhile values. Leaders and staff are kind, but firm, and teach pupils the importance of respectful and safe behaviour......classrooms are calm..... Pupils feel safe and secure at school.......Together with other leaders and staff, the headteacher understands the needs of the community and works hard to provide pupils with enjoyable and memorable experiences....there are many memorable events that are woven into the curriculum.  This work in the arts also supports leaders’ work on diversity and valuing everyone.....the curriculum clearly has distinctive strengths..... Leaders provide support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities to access the same curriculum as their peers….Beyond everyday lessons, pupils carry out roles that require them to take on responsibility and support them to grow in confidence….. The Pupil Parliament, for example, makes suggestions about how to improve the school…. Pupil subject ambassadors produce reports about learning for school newsletters. Such opportunities help pupils to see the value of their ideas and contributions….Staff say that leaders take supportive action to help them with their work and well-being... Governors understand their role and receive a lot of information about the school’s work. This helps them to fulfil their statutory responsibilities, for example, in relation to safeguarding pupils…..The arrangements for safeguarding are effective….Leaders have established efficient and rigorous safeguarding procedures and staff are well informed..… Similarly, staff know how to spot and report concerns…. When necessary, leaders share information with other professionals in order to support families and keep children safe….

We also offer before school and after school provision via 4 Community Trust (a separate OFSTED registered provision on the school site).

Thank you for visiting our website. I look forward to welcoming you to Temple Meadow in person and working together to provide the best possible education for your child.

Best regards

Mrs Van Straaten
Headteacher