Sessay Church of England Primary School
Academy converter primary school in Thirsk (North Yorkshire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
At the Husthwaite and Sessay CE Primary Federation our vision is to provide a happy, caring and stimulating environment where children will recognise and achieve their full potential, so that they can make their best contribution to society. · everybody is welcomed and you are not alone · we are honest, open and respect and care for everyone and everything in our unique and rural community.
As a Federation we encourage a growth mindset, set high standards of learning and celebrate the achievements of every child within our exciting, broad and balanced curriculum. Our curriculum is based upon our Christian values.
It is inclusive and through inquisitive and creative minds our children develop their self-confidence as learners and are encouraged to progress socially, emotionally and spiritually. The Federation is a place where everyone is different and everyone is important. Sam helps children at Sessay School become outstanding learners by helping them:.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
11 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Basketball
- Cricket
- Cross Country
- Dance
- Drama
- Football
- Hockey
- Multi-Sports
- Netball
- Swimming
- Forest School
Key facts
- URN
- 151006
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 5 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
- Thirsk and Malton
- Setting
- Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
- Opened
- 2024
Governing body (1 current, 0 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Stephen Brough | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
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