City Road Primary School

City Road Primary School is situated in the Rotton Park area of North Edgbaston, close to the Dudley Road. We are extremely fortunate to have such an aspirational school community. We have a warm and welcoming ethos and we aim to provide a safe and happy environment where children can thrive and enjoy their learning.

Our broad and balanced curriculum is creative, fun, and challenging. We are passionate about giving our children experiences that widen their understanding of the world around them, both in school and outside. We offer a range of educational experiences, visitors to school and enrichment through music, sport, art, gardening, and dance. Outside of school, our children have access to a variety of educational visits which develop their learning and understanding of the curriculum. We do not request contributions for educational visits as we believe all children should have access to these valuable experiences.

We have a dedicated staff team, committed to developing the knowledge, skills and understanding which will enable our children to enjoy learning and achieve success. We work closely with families to enable this to happen, as we recognise the positive contribution that a collaborative approach can achieve. City Road Primary School is committed to the promotion of excellence and personal growth by enhancing self esteem and providing educational and life opportunities for our children.

City Road Primary School aims to:

• Plan and implement a balanced, differentiated and relevant curriculum which fulfills the requirements of the National Curriculum and the Birmingham Statement.
• Provide a secure and challenging environment in which we recognise the talents and abilities of every child.
• Ensure that self respect and respect for others lies at the heart of what we do.
• Secure equality of opportunity for all.
• Seek excellence in all aspects of our work and behaviour.
• Encourage children to take responsibility for their actions and understand how they can affect change.
• Celebrate success and provide the security required to overcome weaknesses.
• Value the positive contribution that parents, carers and the wider community can make to children’s education.
• Provide pupils with opportunities to reflect on their beliefs, values and experiences and those of others.

City Road Primary School children strive to:

• Increase their knowledge and skills develop their confidence and ability to take risks – setting their own targets and evaluation outcomes.
• Develop as independent learners to recognise and build on their individual strengths and weaknesses.
• Be proud of who they are and what they can do.
• Be fair and just.
• Improve on their previous best.
• Take responsibility for their actions and understand the actions of others; increase their awareness of environmental issues.
• Make informed choices and take responsibility for the outcomes.
• Share home and school experiences and play a leading role in welcoming their families and the wider community into their school.
• Increase self awareness; develop positive attitudes towards other people and respect the right of others to hold beliefs different from their own.