Leyland St Andrew's Church of England Infant School
Voluntary controlled primary school in Preston (Lancashire).
Location
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Our vision and values are at the core of everything we do. They underpin our teaching and learning, and provide an environment which prepares our pupils as confident and happy citizens. St Andrew's Infant School is a Christian school where children are happy, nurtured and love learning.
Through an inspiring and inspirational curriculum, we strive to ensure our children flourish spiritually, academically, and creatively to become confident, resilient learners. Everyone here learns, cares and grows together in faith. God is my strength in whom I trust.
Psalm 18 The parable of the two builders - Matthew 7 These aims and objectives which arise from our mission statement are determined by our obligations to our pupils, parents, Church and community "We are all learning together with God." Layla St Andrew's C of E Infant School,
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Key facts
- URN
- 119369
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 7
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- Has Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- Constituency
- South Ribble
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (10 current, 2 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica Churchward | Chair of Governors | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverend David Whitehouse | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Jenna Pinder | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Helen Hayes | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Elizabeth Glass-Brook | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Ellie Taylor | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Jessica Churchward | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Steven Booth | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr James Bickerstaff | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Ms Michelle Allott | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Rachel Benischke Former | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Katy Turner Former | Governor | Nominated by LA and appointed by GB | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
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