The little school that makes a big difference.
Welcome to
Lockington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
We are delighted you have visited our website. We hope you find it helpful and informative.
We have a team of dedicated, nurturing and highly qualified staff; governors committed to ensuring every pupil achieves their full potential; supportive parents and great links with the community. Our pupils are kind, caring and eager to learn.
We are rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (2023), with ‘Outstanding Behaviour and Attitudes’ and ‘Outstanding’ by SIAMs (2016).
We are proud of our achievements, our broad and balanced curriculum and the wide range of extra-curricular clubs and activities. We have expanded our offer which includes daily
before and after-school care and Lockington Little Lights (fifteen hours of nursery provision for pupils aged 3+).
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Our Christian Vision
“Let your light shine, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16).
We are inspired through the love of God, each other and our world, to challenge ourselves to fulfil our God-given potential through our core Christian values of compassion, creativity and perseverance.
We are an inclusive school and, as a Church of England school, these values guide everything we do. Our Christian vision, ‘Let your light shine before others’, inspires our whole school community to achieve their full potential.
Our School Day
7:50am – 8:50am
Breakfast Club
8:55am
School Day Begins
3:30pm
School Day Ends
5:15pm
After School Club Ends
Calendar
Events in November 2024–February 2025
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Pupils return to school following the half-term break. -
Class 2 PGL residential visit deposit deadline date -
History workshops for both classes (funded by FOLS) -
Odd Socks Day (Anti-Bullying Week) – pupils wear odd socks -
4pm – 6pm Open Evening for New Starters 2025 (please spread the word) -
Children in Need Day – stand by for a dress-up challenge! -
Road Safety Week -
Class 2’s final swimming session -
FOLS Christmas Fair -
Christmas Production Dress Rehearsal (details to follow) -
2pm School Christmas Production (parents/carers welcome) -
Christmas Lunch and Christmas Jumper Day -
6pm School Christmas Production (parents/carers welcome) -
2pm Christingle Service at St Mary’s Church, Lockington (parents/carers welcome) 2pm Christingle Service at St Mary’s Church, Lockington (parents/carers welcome)
December 18, 2024
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Achievements from Home Collective Worship (pupils invited to share this terms achievements, certificates etc. from home) Achievements from Home Collective Worship (pupils invited to share this terms achievements, certificates etc. from home)
December 19, 2024
Pupils visit Lockington Village Hall for community carol singing
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What do our parents say about our school?
A very big thank you to everyone for the care, support and guidance my child has received.
Parent
We are delighted with the additional help our daughter has received, which has really improved her confidence.
Parent
You are incredibly grateful to you all for welcoming our son and enabling him to succeed! We are beyond proud of him and all he has achieved at Lockington. You have given him the very best memories to treasure.
Parent
I am very happy with the excellent progress my child has made. He continues to thrive and succeed at Lockington, which is a credit to you all.
Parent
I'm delighted with Lockington Primary School. My child is thriving here, enjoying the dynamic learning environment, dedicated staff, and varied activities. It's a warm, supportive setting that genuinely fosters educational and personal development.
My child is thriving here, she loves learning and is fully supported to develop academically and emotionally. Thank you to the full Lockington team for all your dedication and hard work.
Parent
My child has developed positively since attending Lockington School - thanks to Mrs Cattle, Miss Peacock and the team. I am very happy with the educational and social support the school provides.
Parent
Super school who have dealt with everything this past 18 months incredibly. My child is very happy, settled and confident at school. It is one of her favourite places to be. Keep doing what you do, you are fantastic.
Parent
What do our pupils say about our school?
"When you look out of the window and the sun is shining, it looks beautiful!"
Pupil
"We all have so many talents."
Pupil
"A small school with a big heart."
Pupil
"It makes me feel safe."
Pupil