OUR SCHOOL
Shirenewton Primary School is a modern building with pleasant, spacious grounds, situated in a delightful rural setting in Monmouthshire. It lies between the villages of Mynyddbach and Shirenewton with a panoramic view taking in the Severn Bridge. The present school opened in 1985 as an amalgamation of several smaller schools in the area.
At Shirenewton School we all work together for the benefit of the children. Every individual works towards the continued improvement and development of the school in order to provide the best possible all round education for the children you entrust to us. We aim to give your child the best possible start to their educational career. We provide a warm, secure and stimulating environment. Children feel valued and respected and in turn are taught to value and respect themselves and others.
The Governing Body of the school have worked tirelessly in their efforts to provide a high quality team of people who have the responsibility to care for and educate your child. Working alongside the Headteacher, the Governors have appointed staff to meet the needs of the school and the community it serves.
The teaching staff are highly motivated and professional in their duties to the children. They are supported in school by a team of dedicated Learning Support Assistants and Nursery Nurse. The good work is continued through lunchtime by the efforts of the midday supervisors who liaise closely with staff for the benefit of the children. An essential element to the school's continuing success is the support it receives from parents. Through mutual trust and respect, the staff, governors and parents work closely together.
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The School Building
The school comprises of a large, multipurpose hall with a fully equipped canteen to the rear .There are seven classrooms and a central library. In both the Infant and Junior area there is a wet area for creative activities. The junior area boasts a small computer suite which is in addition to the provision of computers in individual classrooms. In the Infant area, the additional room offers space for small group and individual work in extension to the classrooms. There are well equipped cloakrooms for both Infant and Junior children and the Junior children have separate girls and boys changing rooms. There are sheltered areas attached to each classroom, affording shade in the summer and shelter in the winter.
The School Grounds
The school is well positioned and enjoys spacious grounds. There are separate playgrounds for Infant and Junior children. The reception class also has a courtyard for access to outdoor play as part of the Desirable Outcome requirements for pre-five children. The grounds have been developed and now include two woodland walks. These are used to enhance the curriculum for science and geography.
Directions
From the A48, take the turning at Crick signposted Shirenewton. Once you reach the village you will see a public house on the right called the Tredegar Arms. At this junction turn right then immediately left. Follow the road for a little way until you see a right turn for Mynyddbach. Take this, road and you will see the entrance to the, school approximately 30 metres on the right. Once in the school grounds, you will find car parking space on the right and left close to the school building. Entry into school is achieved by following the footpath to the front of the building. There is a speakerphone on the right which the secretary will answer and release the door for you to enter.
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