Welcome

Welcome to Horsendale Primary School.

Mrs Karen Jagger

Head Teacher

Welcome to Horsendale Primary School’s website. We hope the site will provide you with a wealth of information whilst giving you an understanding of the culture and ethos of our wonderful school.

Horsendale Primary School is a school of choice where parents and staff have high aspirations for our children both academically and socially. Children, parents, visitors and those who work at Horsendale enjoy a warm welcoming atmosphere where all are nurtured and cared for; well-being for all being a whole school priority. We pride ourselves on being an innovative, forward-thinking school. 

Education is ever-evolving in response to the dynamic world we live in. Therefore, I believe that the educational world that we create for our children should be one of security, creativity and happiness so that each child has the confidence and resilience to rise to the exciting challenges they face each day. As practitioners we have a joint responsibility alongside parents to ensure that our children strive for excellence in pursuit of their dreams.

In working together to achieve this common goal, we can all ensure that each and every one of our children ‘Dream, Achieve and Flourish!’

Mrs Amanda Smalley

Deputy Head Teacher / Year 6 Class Teacher 

As Deputy Head, I work in partnership with our Head Teacher, Mrs. Jagger, and Governors to implement the vision and ethos of our wonderful school. 

Alongside Mrs. Jagger, I play a leading role in the planning, monitoring and evaluating of the rich curriculum we offer our children, and the teaching and learning that happens across the school. 

As Teaching and Learning Lead, and English Lead, I work with our Head Teacher and other key leaders within school to monitor standards and progress, always aspiring for our children to be the best they can be.

As Deputy, I also work alongside Mrs. Jagger to promote and safeguard the welfare and well-being of our children. 

As Year 6 class teacher, I act as a role model for both staff and pupils in terms of being reflective and demonstrating a desire to improve and learn.