Deri Primary School

Deri Primary School is based at the centre, and is the heart of the small village of Deri in the Darran Valley. The school first opened its doors in 1904, with the village proudly celebrating its centenary in 2004. But Deri Primary wasn't the first school in Deri. The original schools in Deri were the 'National School' (where St Peter's church stands today) which opened in 1865, and the rival ''British School'(Mill Road), which opened in 1869.

When the 'National School' closed, all children attended the 'British School', but by the turn of the 20th century, the village had grown. Many people were moving to Deri from all over the country in order to find work in the coal mines. The new colliery at Groesfaen would be sunk within a few years. The old school was too small and needed serious repairs. Therefore, a new school was built at Glynmarch Street in 1903 and the school log book records the opening in 1904.

Deri Primary School, which is designed to give you an insight into all aspects of life at the school. We hope that the website will be a benefit to new as well as present parents and pupils. The school has a dedicated staff who take pride in providing quality education for all pupils from nursery to year 6. Our mission statement "working together to be the best we can be - gorau gweithio,cyd weithio" is key to the success of our small school.

This Behaviour Policy has been approved by the staff and Governors of Deri Primary School and will be reviewed annually. The importance of encouraging positive behaviour patterns in our children cannot be overstated. It underpins the ethos of the school and is essential in promoting learning. It ensures the safety of the children in our care and the welcome felt by visitors. Good behaviour is essential for the smooth running of the school.

It is incumbent upon all staff, both teaching and non-teaching, to provide positive models of behaviour for our pupils. This policy applies equally to all pupils and staff, regardless of race, religion, gender or disability. However, it is acknowledged that some children will have Individual Plans with respect to behavioural targets and that an individual’s needs may differ according to ability, culture or circumstances. It is our aim to encourage and teach appropriate behaviour and to provide a safe and secure learning environment for all pupils.

Our School Vision

• Our school will inspire and empower all members of our learning community: from pupils and parents to governors and staff.
• Our school will ignite a passion for lifelong learning so children can reach their potential in all aspects of their development.
• Our school will provide an inclusive, caring environment with high expectations instilling a sense of responsibility, belonging and pride.

Our School Principles

• Provide a consistently high standards in teaching with high expectations for learning ensuring all pupils achieve their full potential.
• Ensure all pupils have access to a broad and balanced curriculum which puts literacy, numeracy and digital skills at the heart of everything we do.
• Provide learning experiences which embody the Four Purposes enabling our learners to develop essential skills for life inside school and beyond.
• Instill and inspire a love of lifelong learning and resilience so pupils remain motivated to achieve beyond their abilities.
• Put well-being and care at centre of every child’s experience to build self esteem, happiness, healthy bodies, minds and hearts.
• Bring the wider world into the classroom to forge respect and tolerance for people who have different opinions, beliefs, faiths, cultures, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or language.
• Provide a clean, simulating, well resourced and inclusive environment to meet the needs of every child.
• Develop a sense of community and embrace partnerships with parents, governors and the wider world.
• Ensure that every pupil understands their rights and responsibilities; that their voice is valued and helps shape all aspects of school life.
• Promote a sense of national identity and pride through the teaching of Welsh language, history, heritage and culture.