--- url: "https://ferndaleprimary.co.uk/" school: "Ferndale Primary School" --- ### Welcome to Ferndale Primary School ## Ferndale in Focus ## Head Teacher's Welcome Welcome to the Ferndale family, where we aim to fulfil our motto for all to ‘belong-believe-achieve’. We pride ourselves in our values of honesty, respect, teamwork and equality, and welcome those who wish to share these with us. We are blessed with our children, our grounds and our staff. We strive for the best in everyone and plan our curriculum around the drivers of aspiration, inspiration and inclusion. **Mrs R. Gillett** [Read more... ](https://ferndaleprimary.co.uk/welcome) ## Equalities Award Ferndale Primary School was among 10 schools to be awarded Gold Equality Award. The award scheme provides support and guidance for schools to promote diversity and showcase commitment to equality, foster good community relations, terrorism prevention and fosters spiritual moral, social and cultural needs. Deputy Mayor of Sandwell Councillor Richard Jones, called into the school to join in the celebrations and said: *“It’s a real testament to the students and staff at Ferndale that not only are they only one of ten schools nationwide that earned this award but that they did so in less than half the time of most is exceptional. I congratulate them all.”* [Read more... ](https://ferndaleprimary.co.uk/equalities-award) ![](https://files.schudio.com/ferndale-primary-school/imagecache/720x720c/menu/ferndale-curriculum-icon-2.jpg) ### Curriculum [curriculum](https://ferndaleprimary.co.uk/curriculum) ![](https://files.schudio.com/ferndale-primary-school/imagecache/720x720c/menu/ferndale-assessment-icon-2.jpg) ### Assessment [assessment](https://ferndaleprimary.co.uk/assessment) ![](https://files.schudio.com/ferndale-primary-school/imagecache/720x720c/menu/ferndale-contact-us-icon-2.jpg) ### Contact Us [contact](https://ferndaleprimary.co.uk/contact) ## Ethos & Aims At Ferndale Primary, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Our ethos is rooted in fostering a love of learning, developing each child’s unique potential, and encouraging respect, responsibility, and resilience. The aims at Ferndale Primary School are the same for all pupils, we aim to inspire confidence, creativity, and curiosity in our students, empowering them to succeed both academically and personally. [Read more... ](https://ferndaleprimary.co.uk/ethos-aims) ## Latest OFSTED We are incredibly proud of our recent Ofsted report, which highlights the significant progress and commitment of our school community. With an overall rating of "Good", the inspection recognised our strong quality of education, outstanding personal development, and supportive environment where every child feels valued and safe. Our ambitious curriculum and inclusive values ensure that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, thrive academically and socially. This achievement reflects the dedication of our staff, students, and families, and we are excited to continue building on this success together. 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