Headteacher's Welcome

Welcome to our school!

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Richard Atkins, a school where every child is valued, nurtured, and empowered to achieve their very best. At the heart of our vision is a commitment to creating an environment where every individual feels a true sense of belonging, enabling them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

At Richard Atkins, we believe that education is the key to success in life. It unlocks potential, builds confidence, and creates opportunities. Through our core values of Growth, Integrity, Courage, Excellence, Curiosity, and Empowerment, we are on an exciting journey of excellence. We have the highest expectations for our children, encouraging them to grow as learners and individuals, show integrity in all they do, and have the courage to stand up for what is right.

We strive to develop confident, articulate children who are not only able to express themselves but are also inspired to make a positive difference in the world. Our vision is to nurture change-makers who will inspire others, stand as leaders of tomorrow, and use their voices to champion fairness, equality, and justice.

We are proud to offer a rich, creative curriculum where every subject is valued, and every child is encouraged to discover their talents. Through an engaging approach to teaching and learning, we instill a love of learning, high aspirations, and a belief that hard work and perseverance lead to success.

This year, we are particularly excited to introduce our new resource base, which reflects our inclusive ethos. This provision ensures that children with social and emotional mental health needs have access to tailored support while remaining an integral part of our school community.

We are committed to a culture of no excuses, where barriers are addressed, ambitions are raised, and every child is supported to meet their potential. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to ensure that each child develops not only strong academic skills but also the confidence, resilience, and creativity they need to excel in the modern world.

At Richard Atkins, every child matters, every child belongs, and every child is empowered to succeed. Together with parents, carers, and the wider community, we strive to provide an education that inspires and prepares our children to aim high, dream big, and become the very best version of themselves.

I warmly invite you to explore our website and visit our school to experience the vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious environment we are so proud of.

Warm regards,

Mrs Claudia Fleary-Tayabali

Headteacher