A very warm welcome to Wantage Primary Academy (WPA). We are so looking forward to working with you and your children when you join our school. I am very proud to have been the Principal of this school before we opened; it has been a fantastic opportunity to develop a new school.

At Wantage Primary Academy, children will be immersed in a learning environment that will enable them to be equipped to be successful in a rapidly changing world. They will learn to be resilient, creative and have a growth mindset. They will learn that struggle and challenge are vital parts of the learning process and will be able to cope with, and adapt to, change. They will have hands on experiences and we will continue to foster the natural insatiable curiosity that they are born with into sustaining a life long love of learning. This will start right from our nursery class and continue into Year 6.

In addition to this your child and yourselves as parents will be welcomed into a very special community that is continuing to grow and evolve. There are multiple opportunities to get involved and we will keep you informed about your child's progress throughout the year.

Please look at the information on this website, but this does not replicate a visit! We would love to be able to show you round our fantastic facilities and let you experience the wonderful ethos of learning that we have already established for yourself.

As a trust, OLT has a proven track record of high-standards and high-quality teaching and learning. I will ensure this is continued in our school. It is a very exciting time for all of us as we establish Wantage Primary Academy in the local community and we welcome your support for our school.

I value parents, carers and families greatly as key to children’s success in education and I am particularly keen to involve you in your child’s learning, engaging parents across the school, communicating with parents and carers about in-class learning, and supporting you to be able to support your child.

My ethos for Wantage Primary Academy is firmly rooted in my belief in providing the best opportunities for all pupils. We will offer:

• A place of discovery and wonder, full of happy, inquisitive children, who love learning and who are determined to do their best and try new things
• A place where we pursue high academic standards but also provide a well-balanced education, where children are given an opportunity to discover talents across the whole curriculum including in core-subjects as well as STEM, the arts, PE & sport and languages.
• A place where aspiration is key: every child will be encouraged and given their chance to shine regardless of ability or circumstances. Mistakes are welcomed as opportunities for new learning and understanding.
• A place where learning is for all: our parents, carers and community are welcome as our key learning partners in enabling children and families to flourish.

We work collaboratively with other schools in the Omnia Learning Trust, sharing practice and resources, however, our school itself will retain its autonomy and uniqueness.

Our aim is to recognise each child's individual talents. We want pupils at Wantage to have memorable, lifelong learning experiences. Our school will be very special, with a learning environment to be immensely proud of.

I look forward to meeting you all soon.

Mrs Basilone | Principal

We work collaboratively with our school communities; our staff, parents and children, to create exceptional learning environments that empower and support all to achieve their potential.

Our Mission

To create inspirational learning opportunities for all our children and staff.

Our Values

Inspiring

• In our school we love learning, we aim high, we think creatively, we dream big, we are ambitious.

Challenging

• In our school we work hard, we focus, we learn more, we remember more, we develop our potential, we exceed expectations.

Nurturing

• In our school we listen, we debate, we're kind, we support, we take responsibility, we are a team.

Empowering

• In our school we are brave, we have a voice, we take action, we are confident, we think globally.

"Working as one, we’re ambitious for all"

The Omnia Learning Trust is a community of ambitious, exceptional schools that grow happy, confident, balanced children. We place huge importance on nurturing and empowering both staff and pupils, inspiring new ideas, pushing boundaries, and sharing best practice to enrich the learning experience.

We attract highly talented, motivated staff who know how to help children aim high, exceed expectations and develop a lifelong love of learning. Our schools work as one to champion and support each other, which raises standards and ensures all our children are able to fulfil their whole potential.

The Omnia Learning Trust is an educational charity with Academy Sponsorship status, approved by the Department for Education and established to deliver high-performing free schools and academies. Our people are education experts with many years of experience in their chosen specialism. We provide support for new schools and academies, creating exceptional learning environments and delivering high-quality education.