A very warm welcome to Balliol Primary School. Whether you are a current member of our school community, a prospective parent, or simply interested in learning more about our school, I am delighted that you are visiting our website.

At Balliol, we are incredibly proud of the journey our school has been on over recent years. Through determination, high expectations and a shared commitment to excellence, our staff, pupils, governors and families have worked together to bring about significant and rapid improvements across all aspects of school life. Inspectors recognised the many positive changes that have taken place, noting the tenacious work of leaders to improve behaviour, attendance, teaching and the curriculum in a short period of time. Parents have also recognised the rapid improvements made within the school community. 

Today, our pupils learn in calm, purposeful classrooms where they feel safe, valued and supported. We have implemented an ambitious curriculum that inspires curiosity, develops confidence and helps children build the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. Across the school, there is a culture of high expectations, positive relationships and a belief that every child can thrive. 

While we are proud of how far we have come, we remain focused on the future. School improvement is a continuous journey, and we are committed to ensuring that every child receives the highest quality education and the widest possible range of opportunities. Our aim is for every pupil to leave Balliol as a confident learner, a responsible citizen and an individual who is proud of who they are.

Our school motto, Proud, Unique, Positive, captures the values that underpin everything we do. We celebrate each child's individuality, nurture their strengths and support them to achieve their very best.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our school. We hope our website gives you a glimpse into the vibrant, caring and ambitious community that makes Balliol such a special place. 

Lindsay Coates
Headteacher
Balliol Primary School