Ripley Endowed Church of England School
Voluntary controlled primary school in HARROGATE (North Yorkshire).
Location
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'A nurturing community built on a vision of togetherness and love. It extends to those beyond school, resulting in partnerships that positively impact the lives of others. ' Our Teaching Federation is proud to be partnered with Initial Teachers Training Providers- Leeds Beckett, Leeds Trinity, Red Kite and York St John.
Please be aware there is a severe nut allergy in Ripley School we are a no nut school. At our federation, we recognise that Oracy is a vital skill that empowers children to express themselves confidently and effectively in all areas of life. Speaking, listening and communication; learn to - learn through - learn about. Welcome to Ripley Endowed Church of England School.
Ripley Endowed is a small school where everyone's talents are celebrated. We believe that learning should excite and develop creative minds. Within our peaceful and unique grounds, we provide a safe environment for our children to flourish.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
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Key facts
- URN
- 121580
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- Constituency
- Skipton and Ripon
- Setting
- Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (7 current, 1 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Joanne Heyworth | Chair of Governors | Nominated by LA and appointed by GB | since 2024 · until 2028 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revd Paul Harford | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Elizabeth Alder | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mr Christopher Stone | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Dr Michael Harrison | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Hannah Lorains | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Miss Victoria Kirkman | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Jade Carr Former | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
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