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Lunch at Sudell Home / Parents / Lunch at Sudell / Lunch Menu Aspens - Great tasting food that your children will love ​ Aspens is the company chosen by your school to provide the meal service to our students. We specialise in providing catering to schools and colleges across the country. The food children eat at school plays an important role in their wellbeing, and eating a well-balanced diet will not only maintain and improve their health, but will also set them on the right track for later life. We understand this and that’s why we are passionate about serving fresh, high quality and locally sourced food that is cooked in our kitchen. Responsible catering At Aspens - we take our responsibility of catering for today’s children and young adults seriously. All of our dishes are prepared everyday using quality, fresh and seasonal ingredients that are responsibly sourced. As well as ensuring the food on the plate is healthy, we want our customers to understand the importance of eating the right foods and help them with their food and nutrition journey. Don’t think that your child can’t enjoy our great food if they have a special diet - they are an important part of our catering service. We can provide food if they have an intolerance, an allergy, or require an alternative choice due to religious beliefs. ​ Legislation requires caterers to provide allergen information on food sold that is served ‘unpackaged’. Aspens already cater for lots of children with allergies and we regularly check the information from suppliers to see if there have been any ingredient changes. It is still important that our customers talk to us so we can work together and continue to provide meals that are safe for them to eat. Great value for money We have a range of meal deals on offer every day to help save money. Whether they want a hot meal or something to just grab and go, there will be an offer available. We also run a range guest offers and special theme days to create a buzz in the dining room. Get in touch Aspens are experts in school catering and have years of experience when it comes to school food. If you have any questions about our service, or any special dietary requirements - please get in touch. You can contact us via email on info@aspens-services.com or call on 01905 759613. You will also find a host of information on our website – www.aspens-services.com ​ ​ ​

Apply to Sudell Home / Admissions / Apply to Sudell / "Since my child started at this school, I have seen how she has grown and developed really good skills. I commend all the teachers in the school as they are compassionate, caring, motivating and very organised. I couldn't ask for a better school” Sudell Parent Why choose Sudell? Sudell Primary School is led by a team of committed professionals who deliver innovative and exciting learning for your children. Our curriculum is designed to engage young minds, enabling our pupils to be motivated and enthusiastic learners, who have high expectations of themselves and are empowered to be the best that they can be. . What you need to know To apply for a place at the school, please visit the school admissions page of the Blackburn and Darwen Council which is linked in our 'How to apply' section below. ​ School Tours: Anytime (call to arrange) ​ Application Deadline: 15th January 2024 ​ Confirmation Date: 16th April 2024 How to apply It probably feels like only a moment ago that your little one was a baby, taking their first steps and saying their first words. And now, you're choosing a school for them. Where does the time go?! The process of applying for a school place for your child can feel a bit daunting and overwhelming - but don't worry, we're here to help. Admissions to all Primary schools are dealt with by the local council. So if you're ready to apply for a place at Sudell Primary School, click the big blue button below to be directed to their website. From there, you'll need to register and fill in a form. School places will be confirmed on 16th April 2024. If you need help, or just want a informal chat about your little one starting primary school, then do get it touch - you can use the form below to pop us a message! Apply Now We would love to talk! First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thank you for reaching out! Further admissions information BwD Primary Admission Scheme

Contact Us Home / Contact Us / Contact Us / Telephone 01254 703440 ​ Where to find us Sudell Primary School Ellison Fold Terrace Darwen BB3 3EB Email Us office@sudell.blackburn.sch.uk SENDCO TEAM 01254 703440 ​ office@sudell.blackburn.sch.uk Miss Dearden will direct your enquiry to the appropriate person. Sudell Primary School @Sudell_Primary Contact Form Submit We have received your message and will be in touch. For any media enquiries, please contact our press team on: E: media@aldridgeeducation.org T: 0303 223 0033

Ethos & Values Home / About Us / Ethos & Values / We aim to provide an entrepreneurial education which develops: creativity determination passion problem-solving risk-taking teamwork ​ And to: develop children as whole and rounded human beings ensure children make excellent progress across the curriculum celebrate every child as a unique individual provide a safe and positive environment develop strong moral values in all of our pupils teach our pupils to be independent and interdependent learners develop children’s social conscience Sudell School (in various forms) has been part of the community since 1909. Recognising this historic foundation, we aim to serve the community by providing the highest possible quality of education within an entrepreneurial context (a key part of The Aldridge Family of Schools). We recognise that children learn most effectively when they are in a safe and happy environment and learning is engaging and fun. Click to View our Big Intent Click here to learn more about the Aldridge Attributes that underpin our vision and values: https://www.aldridgefoundation.com/impact/aldridge-attributes/ At Sudell, all of our children are stars... it's our job to help them shine!

Curriculum Maps Home / Curriculum / Curriculum Maps / Introduction At Sudell Primary School our curriculum approach is underpinned by three key drivers that inform everything we do and all of our planning. These three drivers help us to fulfil our aim of offering our wonderful children a truly world class education. Our three curriculum drivers are designed to ensure that we offer a broad and balanced curriculum that is rich in: Knowledge Experience Social Conscience Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum. Our pupils are offered a very wide range of experiences to extend their understanding of themselves and the world in which they live. Skills, attitudes and values are developed to prepare the children for the next stage of learning (Key Stage 1 and 2 ready and secondary ready), and enable them to be successful in the community. We believe that effective learning takes place when there is considerable emphasis on active involvement, opportunities to talk both imaginatively, expressively and to explain and clarify thinking. The school expects everyone to develop and show a sense of responsibility and self-discipline whether alone, together, at work or at play, and to support policies on equal opportunities. We actively promote British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs to prepare our pupils for life in modern day Britain. We also provide opportunities for our pupils to learn about the contribution of Britons to innovation, excellence and changes in the world. At Sudell Primary School we believe that through clear, discrete subject specific teaching we can develop a clear knowledge rich curriculum that will benefit our learners, a majority of whom are from ‘disadvantaged’ families. Through combining this with our aims of making our curriculum rich in experience and social conscience we believe that we can fulfill our curriculum aims/ ‘big intent’. Our children deserve the very best; we believe our curriculum offers them this. Curriculum Flowchart Our curriculum flow charts map out the Sudell approach to delivering a curriculum embedded with experience, knowledge and social conscience. This approach is replicated for every subject within our curriculum. Click here to view the Curriculum Flowchart National Curriculum The National Curriculum guidance is always our starting point when planning our curriculum. This guidance from the Department of Education sets out clear aims and course content for each subject. We ensure we cover each aspect of this, then apply it to our own Curriculum approach. Click here to view the National Curriculum Curriculum Maps Throughout our curriculum we believe in a subject specific teaching approach. The exact units to be taught are identified on our subject curriculum maps. One curriculum map is a basic outline. The other is a more in-depth curriculum map with the National Curriculum objectives matched against each topic. Our curriculum maps ensure there is a clear progression of knowledge and skills underpinning the learning experiences of the children. Click here to view the Basic Curriculum Map Click here to view the National Curriculum Map Our Core Key Skills For each subject, we have identified a set of Core Key Skills. These are the skills which underpin the children’s learning across the curriculum and enable them to progress and deepen their learning each year. They show a clear progression in skills within each curriculum area and act as the building blocks for success. Click here to view our Core Key Skills Aims and High Dividend Concepts Our subject leader has not only identified the key aims for their subject, but also outlined what the High Dividend Concepts are for their subject. High Dividend concepts are the key concept/ideas that are threaded throughout out curriculum, regardless of year group and topic being topic. The High Dividend Concept map outlines exactly where these concepts will be taught and explored in further detail. Click here to view Aims and High Dividend Concepts Click here to view the High Dividend Concept Mapping Example Planning Our teachers break each curriculum unit down into two key planning documents-the unit summary plan and a Knowledge Organiser. These key documents ensure there is a clear progression throughout the unit, with a secure understanding of what knowledge and skills are required at every stage of the children’s learning journey. Click to view the Year 5 Wildlife Plan

KS1 & KS2 SATS Home / Parents / KS1 & KS2 SATS / Information for parents: 2023 National curriculum tests at the end of key stages 1 and 2 ​ Key stage 1 tests – Year 2 pupils Your child’s teacher is responsible for judging the standards your child is working at in English, maths and science, by the end of key stage 1. To help inform those judgements, pupils sit national curriculum tests in English and maths, commonly called SATs. They may also sit an optional test in English grammar, punctuation and spelling. ​ ​ Subject Test Paper English Reading Short text and questions Long text with separate questions Mathematics Arithmetic Mathematical reasoning English grammar, punctuation and spelling (optional test) Spelling Punctuation and grammar (including vocabulary) Teachers will use the results from these tests, along with the work your child has done throughout the year, to help them reach their own judgements about how your child is progressing at the end of key stage 1. These teacher assessment judgements will be reported to you by the end of the summer term. ​ ​ Key stage 2 tests – Year 6 pupils If you have a child in year 6, at the end of key stage 2, they will take natio nal curriculum tests in English reading, English grammar, punctuation and spelling and mathematics. ​ The tests help measure the progress pupils have made and identify if they need additional support in a certain area. The tests are also used to assess schools’ performance and to produce national performance data. The key stage 2 tests will be taken on set dates unless your child is absent, in which case they may be able to take them up to 5 school days afterwards. ​ ​ Subject Test Paper English grammar, punctuation and spelling Spelling Punctuation and grammar (including vocabulary) English reading English reading Mathematics Arithmetic Mathematical reasoning At the end of the summer term you should receive test results for: ​ English grammar, punctuation and spelling English reading Mathematics Teacher assessment As there is no test for English writing, this will be reported as a teacher assessment judgement. This is a judgement teachers will make, based on your child’s work at the end of key stage 2. You will also receive teacher assessment judgements for English reading, Mathematics and Science. ​ How can you help your child to prepare? ​ Teachers will make sure all pupils in their class are prepared for the tests. There’s nothing specifically test-related that you should do to prepare your child. You should follow the general advice teachers give about supporting your child’s education throughout the year. ​ What do the tests look like? You can look at past papers by clicking here or searching online at www.gov.uk/STA ​ Further information Your child’s teacher will be able to answer any questions you may have about the tests and teacher assessment judgements. For more details you can visit www.gov.uk/STA or watch our short videos for parents about the tests at key stage 1 and key stage 2. ​ ​

Introduction - The Big Intent Home / Curriculum / Introduction / ​ At Sudell Primary School our curriculum approach is underpinned by three key drivers that inform everything we do and all of our planning. These three drivers help us to fulfil our aim of offering our wonderful children a truly world class education. ​ Our three curriculum drivers are designed to ensure that we offer a broad and balanced curriculum that is rich in: Knowledge Experience Social Conscience ​ Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum. Our pupils are offered a very wide range of experiences to extend their understanding of themselves and the world in which they live. Skills, attitudes and values are developed to prepare the children for the next stage of learning (Key Stage 1 and 2 ready and secondary ready), and enable them to be successful in the community. We believe that effective learning takes place when there is considerable emphasis on active involvement, opportunities to talk both imaginatively, expressively and to explain and clarify thinking. The school expects everyone to develop and show a sense of responsibility and self-discipline whether alone, together, at work or at play, and to support policies on equal opportunities. We actively promote British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs to prepare our pupils for life in modern day Britain. We also provide opportunities for our pupils to learn about the contribution of Britons to innovation, excellence and changes in the world. ​ At Sudell Primary School we believe that through clear, discrete subject specific teaching we can develop a clear knowledge rich curriculum that will benefit our learners, a majority of whom are from ‘disadvantaged’ families. Through combining this with our aims of making our curriculum rich in experience and social conscience we believe that we can fulfill our curriculum aims/ ‘big intent’. Our children deserve the very best; we believe our curriculum offers them this. To find out more about how we fulfill our duties in regard to the Equality Act 2010 and the Special Educational Needs and Disability Regulations 2014 and how we make the curriculum accessible for those with disabilities or special educational needs please click here. ​ Collaboratively, all members of our school family discussed together what we wanted a Sudell child to have experience of and develop into during their time at Sudell. The outcome of this work was our ‘big intent’ document, which outlines what we feel is an ambitious, but achievable picture of education at Sudell. ​ We feel that if we are able to fulfil the aims outlined in our ‘big intent’ document then our children will truly have received a world class education. You can view and download a copy of the Sudell Big Intent below. Big Intent Information Sheet

Covid Catch Up Home / Parents / Covid Catch Up / Introduction At Sudell Primary School our curriculum approach is underpinned by three key drivers that inform everything we do and all of our planning. These three drivers help us to fulfil our aim of offering our wonderful children a truly world class education. Our three curriculum drivers are designed to ensure that we offer a broad and balanced curriculum that is rich in: Knowledge Experience Social Conscience Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum. Our pupils are offered a very wide range of experiences to extend their understanding of themselves and the world in which they live. Skills, attitudes and values are developed to prepare the children for the next stage of learning (Key Stage 1 and 2 ready and secondary ready), and enable them to be successful in the community. We believe that effective learning takes place when there is considerable emphasis on active involvement, opportunities to talk both imaginatively, expressively and to explain and clarify thinking. The school expects everyone to develop and show a sense of responsibility and self-discipline whether alone, together, at work or at play, and to support policies on equal opportunities. We actively promote British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs to prepare our pupils for life in modern day Britain. We also provide opportunities for our pupils to learn about the contribution of Britons to innovation, excellence and changes in the world. At Sudell Primary School we believe that through clear, discrete subject specific teaching we can develop a clear knowledge rich curriculum that will benefit our learners, a majority of whom are from ‘disadvantaged’ families. Through combining this with our aims of making our curriculum rich in experience and social conscience we believe that we can fulfill our curriculum aims/ ‘big intent’. Our children deserve the very best; we believe our curriculum offers them this. Curriculum Flowchart Our curriculum flow charts map out the Sudell approach to delivering a curriculum embedded with experience, knowledge and social conscience. This approach is replicated for every subject within our curriculum. Click here to view the Curriculum Flowchart National Curriculum The National Curriculum guidance is always our starting point when planning our curriculum. This guidance from the Department of Education sets out clear aims and course content for each subject. We ensure we cover each aspect of this, then apply it to our own Curriculum approach. Click here to view the National Curriculum Curriculum Maps Throughout our curriculum we believe in a subject specific teaching approach. The exact units to be taught are identified on our subject curriculum maps. One curriculum map is a basic outline. The other is a more in-depth curriculum map with the National Curriculum objectives matched against each topic. Our curriculum maps ensure there is a clear progression of knowledge and skills underpinning the learning experiences of the children. Click here to view the Basic Curriculum Map Click here to view the National Curriculum Map Our Core Key Skills For each subject, we have identified a set of Core Key Skills. These are the skills which underpin the children’s learning across the curriculum and enable them to progress and deepen their learning each year. They show a clear progression in skills within each curriculum area and act as the building blocks for success. Click here to view our Core Key Skills Aims and High Dividend Concepts Our subject leader has not only identified the key aims for their subject, but also outlined what the High Dividend Concepts are for their subject. High Dividend concepts are the key concept/ideas that are threaded throughout out curriculum, regardless of year group and topic being topic. The High Dividend Concept map outlines exactly where these concepts will be taught and explored in further detail. Click here to view Aims and High Dividend Concepts Click here to view the High Dividend Concept Mapping Example Planning Our teachers break each curriculum unit down into two key planning documents-the unit summary plan and a Knowledge Organiser. These key documents ensure there is a clear progression throughout the unit, with a secure understanding of what knowledge and skills are required at every stage of the children’s learning journey. Click to view the Year 5 Wildlife Plan

Results & Ofsted Home / About Us / Results & Ofsted Report / Primary school where pupils find their lessons fun and exciting and where they are greeted by their kind, friendly teachers each morning is graded Good by Ofsted ​ Ofsted visited Sudell Primary School on the 6th and 7th October 2021 and found a transformed school where pupils achieve well because school leaders have high expectations of pupils; where pupils enjoy being at school and are greeted each morning by their kind, friendly teachers; and a place where lessons are fun and exciting. Jane Fletcher, Chief Executive Officer at Aldridge Education stated “ the Ofsted judgement for Sudell is a testament to the transformational journey the school has undertaken in the last few years and l have no doubts from what l have seen during the inspection that they will continue on their journey to Outstanding”. ​ Inspectors concluded that Sudell is a school where pupils are kind and friendly to each other and to visitors; where pupils who are new to the school are warmly welcomed and make friends quickly; where pupils behave well in lessons and around school; and a school where pupils feel safe and cared for. Jenna Harty, Principal at Sudell said “the last two years have been extremely difficult for all schools including Sudell, where we have had to operate in a global pandemic, support key workers and keep our pupils and community safe. To receive such a glowing Ofsted report on the back of that is a testament to the resilience of the staff we have here, the wonderful pupils, the confidence our parents have placed in us and the fantastic support we receive from Aldridge Education”. ​ You can download a full copy of the report from here: ​ Ofsted Report Schools performance in england Results 2023 Key Stage 2 Maths Reading Writing Combined Score % Pupils at or above expected level 44.8% 31% 34.5% 28% National Average 68% 67% 58% 60% Average Score (scaled score) 97 99 N/A N/A Pupils Who Achieved a Higher Standard

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Term Dates and Holidays Home / Parents / Term Dates and Holidays / The pattern broadly follows the BwD term-time pattern and DACA term-time pattern to encourage parents not to take holidays during term-time. ​ TERM AND HOLIDAY DATES 2023-2024 ​ Autumn Term 2023 ​ Friday 1 September - School closed for Inset Day ​ Monday 4 September - School closed for Inset Day ​ Tuesday 5 September - School opens for pupils ​ Friday 20 October - School closed for National Inset Day ​ Half term - Monday 23 October – Friday 27 October 2023 Monday 30 October - School re-opens Friday 22 December - School closes ​ Christmas Holiday - Monday 25 December – Friday 5 January 2024 Monday 8 January - School re-opens ​ Friday 9 February - School closes ​ Half term - Monday 12 February - Friday 16 February 2024 ​ Monday 19 February - School closed for National Inset Day ​ Tuesday 20 February - School re-opens ​ Thursday 28 March - School closes 1pm ​ Easter Holiday - Friday 29 March – Friday 12 April 2024 ​ Summer Term 2024 ​ Monday 15 April - School re-opens ​ Monday 6 May - Bank Holiday ​ Friday 24 May - School closes ​ Half term - Monday 27 May - Friday 31 May 2024 ​ Monday 3 June - School closed for Inset Day ​ Tuesday 4 June - School closed for Inset Day Friday 19 July - School closes for the summer 1pm ​ Monday 22 July - School closed for Inset Day ​ ​ TERM AND HOLIDAY DATES 2024 -2025 ​ Monday 2 September - School closed for Inset Day ​ Tuesday 3 September - School opens for pupils ​ Friday 18 October - School closed for National Inset Day ​ Half term - Monday 21 October – Friday 25 October 2024 Monday 28 October - School re-opens Friday 20 December - School closes at 1pm ​ Christmas Holiday - Monday 23 December – Friday 3 January 2025 Monday 6 January - School re-opens ​ Friday 14 February - School closes ​ Half term - Monday 17 February - Friday 21 February 2025 ​ Monday 24 February - School closed for Inset Day ​ Tuesday 25 February - School re-opens ​ Friday 4th April - School closes at 1pm ​ Easter Holiday - Monday 7 April – Friday 18 April 2025 ​ Summer Term 2025 ​ Monday 21 April - Bank Holiday ​ Tuesday 22 April - School re-opens ​ Monday 5 May - Bank Holiday ​ Friday 23 May - School closes ​ Half term - Monday 26 May - Friday 30 May 2025 ​ Monday 2 June - School closed for Inset Day ​ Tuesday 3 June - School re-opens Thursday 17 July - School closes for the summer 1pm ​ Friday 18 July - School closed for Inset Day ​ ​ Attendance and Holidays During Term Time In order to reach their highest potential, we feel that constant, punctual attendance to school is vital. Research has proven that even short breaks from school can reduce a pupil’s chances of succeeding by as much as a quarter. The research is based on extensive pupil absence figures and both GCSE and primary school test results, and it highlights the importance of clamping down on pupil absence to ensure more pupils regularly attend school, and ultimately leave with the qualifications needed to succeed in modern Britain. This research shows where pupils miss up to just 14 days of school are a quarter, they are less likely to achieve the required level or above in reading, writing or maths tests than those with no absence. The research also highlights the striking differences in achievement between pupils with the best and worst attendance records. It shows: ​ pupils with the lowest 5% of absence rates were more than 4 times more likely to achieve 5 good GCSEs, including English and maths, and 22 times more likely to achieve the English Baccalaureate, than pupils with the highest 5% of absence rates ​ pupils with no absence from school were nearly 3 times more likely to achieve 5 A* to C GCSEs, including English and maths, and around 10 times more likely to achieve the English Baccalaureate, than pupils missing 15 to 20% of school across key stage 4 ​ And, most relevant to us, primary school pupils with no absence were around 1.5 times more likely to achieve the expected level of attainment, and 4.5 times more likely to exceed the expected level of attainment, than pupils that missed 15 to 20% of key stage 2 ​ The government’s plan for education includes a number of reforms to encourage good behaviour and attendance in school, including: changing the law so that headteachers only grant leave from school in exceptional circumstances ​ encouraging schools to tackle the problem of persistent absence earlier by reducing the threshold by which absence is defined as persistent from 20% to 15% from October 2011 - this means schools are held to a higher standard in performance tables than before ​ making clear teachers can use ‘reasonable force’ to maintain behaviour and extending their searching powers from 2011 As a consequence of this, we are unable to authorise any holidays during term time, unless there are exceptional circumstances.