St. Bernard’s Catholic Primary School & Nursery - welcome from our new Headteacher.

I am delighted to be able to welcome you to our school as the new Headteacher of St Bernard’s Catholic Primary School. I feel extremely honoured and privileged to have been chosen to continue to build upon the success the school has already achieved under the leadership of Mrs Barlow. 

Being a father of a young girl, I am very much aware of the responsibility that my staff and I have in ensuring that the highest standard of teaching and learning is achieved. We have a hugely committed team and wonderful children, which of course, is a great place for any new head to start! Together with the unwavering support of the school team we are extremely excited about the journey ahead. 

The needs of the children are always paramount in the life and decision making within a school. I strongly believe in providing the children with exciting, creative and meaningful learning experiences, which build their enthusiasm for learning and help them to grow and develop positively in a variety of ways. My goal is to ensure all children who attend St Bernard’s are happy and provided with all the necessary opportunities to be the best they can be spiritually, socially and academically. I think it is crucial to involve the children and their families as partners in their education. I am also keen on building a whole school community which thrives on our Catholic values, mutual respect and values positive relationships. I know how vital working in partnership with parents really is in order for children to find school a positive and rewarding experience. As key educators in your children’s lives, I feel that it is important that you have a voice and that as a school we are approachable and allocate time to listen to your concerns, worries or thoughts about the school. 

You can be assured that as Headteacher, I will strive to create the best education for your child/children whilst they are members of our school family. I look forward to watching your children grow in confidence, knowledge and spirituality during their time at St Bernard’s and will thank you in advance for the support I know you will give all members of our school community, in the years to come.