Knypersley First School
Academy converter primary school in Stoke-on-Trent (Staffordshire).
Location
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A very warm Welcome to Knypersley First School. At Knypersley First School, we are proud to provide a happy, caring and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. We believe that the early years of education lay the foundations for future success, and we are committed to nurturing confident, curious, and kind learners.
Our school motto, "Learning together, learning for life," is at the heart of everything we do. It reflects our belief that education is a shared journey—between children, staff, families, and the wider community—and that the skills and values we foster here will stay with our children long beyond their time with us.
What makes Knypersley truly special is not only our strong sense of community and care, but also the exceptional facilities we offer. Our onsite swimming pool gives every child the opportunity to gain water confidence and vital swimming skills. Our inspiring Forest School area supports outdoor exploration, creativity, and resilience.
And our fully equipped cookery suite allows children to develop practical life skills while learning about health, nutrition, and teamwork.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
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Key facts
- URN
- 146873
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3 to 9
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- Has Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Staffordshire
- Constituency
- Staffordshire Moorlands
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2019
Governing body (7 current, 4 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Keelie Gibson | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2029 |
| Miss Dawn McCann Former | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · term ended 2026 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Andrew Forrest | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Miss Dawn McCann | Local Governor | Appointed by academy members | since 2026 · until 2029 |
| Mr Liam Lambert | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Miss Lydia Leese | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Amy Eccleston | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Natasha Minton | Local Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Keelie Gibson Former | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Lorraine Jukes Former | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2025 · term ended 2025 |
| Mrs Stephanie Hine Former | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
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