On behalf of the children, staff and governors, I’d like to welcome you to Bishop Perrin Primary School.

We are a small and friendly one-form entry school set within the Parish of St Augustine’s of Canterbury in Whitton. Bishop Perrin School is a caring and inclusive community, focused on nurturing strong relationships with all our families to create a secure sense of belonging, with our school values at the heart of our Christian ethos.

Visitors to our school often comment on the polite and positive attitude of our children; our vibrant and wide-ranging curriculum; our inclusive and caring nature; and our calm and purposeful learning environment. We care deeply about the wellbeing and development of each individual and pride ourselves in the warmth of a community in which all our pupils feel valued. We were delighted to have this formally recognised in our recent Ofsted inspection (February 2024) in which we were graded outstanding across all areas.

We have an experienced and dedicated team of staff and a supportive governing body who have the highest aspirations for all our children and support them academically, socially and emotionally to be the best that they can be.

We are committed to providing a broad and balanced education of which pastoral care, excellent teaching and a strong emphasis on core values contribute to our vision of ‘celebrating learning together in faith, hope and love’. Our curriculum has been carefully designed to engage and challenge every child; to foster a love for learning and a curiosity of the world, to gain independence and become lifelong learners. At the core of our curriculum is a desire for all children to be readers; to develop a love of reading for the enjoyment it brings and to seek out books as a gate-way to future learning.

If you are considering this school for your child, we'll be delighted to make an appointment for you to visit us and learn more about the school.

I look forward to welcoming you to Bishop Perrin School in the future.

Rachael Macklearn

Interim Headteacher

Celebrating learning together in faith, hope and love

Our vision is that we will grow in the God-given virtues of “faith, hope and love” (1 Corinthians 13:13): having faith in God or being inspired by faith; having hope that we can work to change ourselves and the world for the better; and having love for others, reflecting God’s love for everyone.

Our Vision and Aims Statement is underpinned by our spiritual values. As a Church of England school, much of what we do is shaped by our Christian values, they shape how we learn and treat each other. This ensures a sense of common purpose and mutual respect within our school community. Our Christian character impacts upon the achievement of each child in its widest sense, including the academic and personal development of all learners, together with their well-being and spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. Our spiritual values also link to our shared British values of tolerance, mutual respect, individual liberty, democracy and the rule of law.

At Bishop Perrin School, the whole school community was involved in selecting our spiritual values. Each year group has their own spiritual value which they learn about in detail and aim to promote throughout the school. In addition to this, each year we have a whole school spiritual value which changes on a yearly basis. Our spiritual values are at the heart of our worship calendar enabling children to learn about all of our Christian values.

Richmond is a unique jewel in London’s crown. Often considered London’s most attractive borough it has been a favourite retreat for the rich and famous throughout history. Home to the marvels of Hampton Court and Twickenham Stadium it rivals anywhere in London for things to see and do. Seen as the happiest place in London to live, the balance of being close enough to central London while maintaining a large amount of open green space.

Located just 8 miles south west of central London, Richmond has fantastic transport links with access to London Underground’s District Line and train services to Waterloo. Heathrow Airport is 12 miles away and can be reached easily by road, train or bus and the M3, M25 and M4 motorways all provide easy access to the area. 

Richmond is a friendly and lively centre with excellent facilities including numerous shops and boutiques, pavement cafes and bars, charming pubs and sophisticated restaurants serving top class international cuisine. With so much history and heritage, wildlife and leisure activities, Richmond has something for everyone and is a wonderful environment in which to bring up a family.  Along with a variety of galleries, art centres and cinemas, there is the fabulous Richmond Theatre on The Green along with The Orange Tree theatre.  

The Borough also offers up some of the most attractive green open spaces within London including a number of Royal Parks, the most notable of which is the famous 2,300+ acres of Richmond Park.  The River Thames is a major feature of Richmond. Running through the heart of the Borough it winds its way for 21 miles allowing for some beautifully positioned riverside homes with fabulous river views.

Landmarks

Kew Gardens and Palace - Experience the Royal Botanical Garden Show at Kew Gardens. Visit the beautiful palace set within the 300 acre setting.

Richmond Park - London’s largest royal park, famous for its rambling heaths and multitude of deer. A popular jaunt West London locals looking to escape the hustle and bustle of London life. 

Twickenham Stadium - The home of rugby. Catch England international rugby games here or during the summer the famous London 7s. Make the short walk to the smaller but just as lively Stoop to catch the local premiership club side, Harlequins RFC.

Hampton Court Palace - The famous royal palace that was a favourite for the King Henry VIII. Visiting here is a little journey to the past. During the winter months it is home to one of London’s largest ice rinks which is a fantastic evening no matter who you are. 

Old Deer Park - Houses the boroughs favourite pagoda, it is a fantastic little park land. It is also the home ground of London Welsh Rugby Club if you are looking for an intimate family experience watching the sport.