Welcome to Grafton

Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a family.  Whether you are discovering Grafton for the first time or are already part of our community, I hope this website gives you a real sense of who we are, what we value and what makes our school such a special place to learn and grow.

At Grafton, we believe every child deserves to be known, valued and encouraged to flourish. Children arrive with different experiences, talents and aspirations, and it is our privilege to help each one discover their strengths, develop confidence and enjoy learning.

Our six values — Love, Creativity, Kindness, Inclusion, Resilience and Empowerment — are at the heart of everything we do. They shape our classrooms, our relationships and the opportunities we provide, creating a school where children feel safe to ask questions, embrace challenges, celebrate success and learn from mistakes.

We are proud of our rich and diverse community. Every child brings something unique to Grafton, and we believe that learning alongside people from different backgrounds, cultures and experiences prepares children not only for secondary school, but for life. It teaches empathy, respect and an understanding that our differences make us stronger together.

Our curriculum is ambitious, broad and engaging. We want children to become confident readers, thoughtful mathematicians, curious scientists, creative artists, accomplished musicians, enthusiastic sportspeople and responsible digital citizens. More importantly, we want them to leave us as kind, resilient and compassionate young people who believe in themselves and in the positive difference they can make in the world.

None of this happens by chance. It is made possible by a dedicated team of staff who care deeply about every child in our school. We have high expectations because we believe in our children and we work tirelessly to ensure that learning is challenging, enjoyable and accessible to all, so that every child experiences success and develops a lifelong love of learning.

If you are considering Grafton for your child, I encourage you to explore our website, discover our curriculum, meet our subject leaders and learn more about the experiences that make life at Grafton so enriching. Better still, come and visit us. Nothing compares to seeing our school in action, meeting our children and experiencing the warmth, energy and sense of belonging that define our community.

If you are already part of the Grafton community, I hope you will find this website a helpful source of information and a window into the wonderful learning, achievements and experiences that your children enjoy every day.

Thank you for visiting our website. We look forward to welcoming you to Grafton Primary School.

Andrew Turnock

Headteacher