Dear Parents, Carers and Visitors
Welcome to the Rowlands Gill Primary School website. I hope you will find our website informative and that it gives you a feel for the real ethos of the school.
Rowlands Gill Primary is a lovely, welcoming and supportive school: we pride ourselves on giving our children a warm, friendly and caring environment in which to learn and flourish. If you are considering our school for your child, please click here to view our information video and admission information.
The children are at the centre of everything which we do. Our aim is to offer every child the chance to fulfil their potential both academically and personally, which is achieved by education of the ‘whole child’. The acquisition of knowledge and skills is the entitlement of every child, irrespective of ability or background. We strive to offer high quality teaching and exciting, stimulating experiences and we are extremely proud of the achievements of our children.
Our school has been located in its new building since 2007 and benefits from bright modern facilities, set in beautiful and extensive grounds and is fully accessible to all.
Should you have any questions about our school, or if you would like to come and visit to find out more about us, please get in touch. I would be delighted to show you around the school and introduce you to the passionate, caring staff and wonderful children who make our school such a special place.
Lindsey Clarke, Head Teacher
Whole School Attendance
95.3%
EYFS & KS1 Attendance
- Nursery 91.9%
- Reception 95.4%
- 1M 94.9%
- 2S 96.8%
KS2 Attendance
- 3M 95.4%
- 4B 95.5%
- 5A 96.2%
- 6D 95.7%
- 7B (ARMS) 94.4%
Diary Dates
Our Latest News
Class 3 and Class 5 Christmas Show Stopper!
If any of you were lucky enough to see the Christmas Panto, you will agree that it was a real show-stopper! Class 3 and Class 5 put on a tremendous performance of Cinderella and Rockerfella- a modern and funny twist on the much-loved fairy tale. Here are some fabulous...
Santa came to town
Today Santa visited us and told us we had been added to his nice list. Mrs Sharpe and Mrs Andrew have definitely been keeping in touch with him telling him all the good things we do in school both caring for our friends and in our learning. Super job Reception children.
We are published artists
Today our Reception and KS1 art club visited Gibside where we got to see the star we produced for their Christmas Star Trail. We were very excited and proud when we found it. We also had time to explore the chapel where we were able to make a Christmas wish. It was a...
The Big Surprise @ Strathmore Road Church
Early Years had a brilliant afternoon at Strathmore Road Church, taking part in the Big Surprise Lego themed nativity story. Thank you to everyone at Strathmore Road Church who created such a brilliant space for us to enjoy.
The Big Surprise
At Strathmore Church we were immersed into ‘The Nativity’. Children and staff were amazed by the hard work and dedication of the staff and volunteers at the church. We loved all of the activities and videos centred around the true meaning of Christmas. We took back to...
Class 5 Showcase Music Skills
Unfortunately, it was Class 5's last ukulele lesson today. After Christmas, it will be Class 4's turn to learn. The children have learned to play lots of songs on their instruments and have learned lots about music notation. The children played two of their favourites...
