It gives me great pleasure to introduce Greasley Beauvale Primary and Nursery School to you.  While our website offers a glimpse into life at Greasley Beauvale, nothing compares to seeing our school in action. If you are a prospective candidate and feel you would like to work with us, and benefit from the rich and varied opportunities we provide, we would be delighted to welcome you for a visit. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.  Come and meet us and see our fabulous school.

I feel incredibly fortunate to lead such a dedicated and passionate team, committed to delivering an engaging, challenging and inclusive education for every child. We look forward to welcoming you into our school community.

Greasley Beauvale Primary School was formed through amalgamation on 1st September 2008, and we moved into our purpose-built premises in September 2011. Since then, we’ve continued to grow and evolve, always striving to raise standards while maintaining our very strong inclusive and pastoral care.

 
Michelle Bates

Head Teacher

Greasley Beauvale Primary School amalgamated on September 1st 2008, which saw the closure of Greasley Beauvale Junior School and Greasley Beauvale D H Lawrence Infant School. The new school building first opened its doors to the school community in September 2011. The current Head Teacher has been in post since September 2017.

The school is situated in Newthorpe and is part of the Eastwood Family of schools. Greasley Beauvale Primary and Nursery School is a larger-than-average primary school with approximately 400 pupils on roll. The school is a two-form entry school, including a nursery that opened in April 2024 for children from age 3. Approximately 50% of the children come from out of the catchment area and surrounding areas of Eastwood and beyond. We are a two form entry school with 14 classes across the 7 year groups. Foundation Stage 2 pupils are taught in our Reception unit and the children move into reception as a single intake in September. Pupils’ attainment on entry is variable but often below national expectation. All children are currently taught in straight year groups.

The school serves a broadly average mix of socio-economic backgrounds, with 19% on the SEND register and 19% in receipt of Pupil Premium. 

The allocation of classroom responsibility for the successful candidate will depend upon skills and experience as we have some flexibility within our current structure.

Our recent inspection, conducted on the 6th and 7th January 2026, was carried out under Ofsted’s new Inspection Framework and Toolkit. 

As a synopsis, please see the following things that we are proud of and the next steps that we had already self-assessed and acknowledged with the team of inspectors:

• What it's like to be a pupil at this school:

- Pupils feel valued, cared for, and are happy at this school.

- Staff build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.

- Well-established routines and high expectations of pupils’ behaviour ensure that pupils can learn without distraction.

- Pupils are not worried about bullying but know what to do if they are.

- The school provides bespoke support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities that reduces barriers to their learning.

- Pupils play an integral part in contributing to school life.

- Children develop their sense of belonging right from the start of the Nursery Year.

• Safeguarding:

- Our school has a strong culture of safeguarding where every child’s safety and wellbeing is a priority.

- We have established an open environment where concerns are identified and addressed promptly.

• Attendance and Behaviour:

- We have created a positive, respectful, and purposeful school environment.

- Our positive behaviour approach ensures children are ready to learn and support one another.

- Pupils who find it hard to regulate their emotions receive bespoke support and children value the rewards that they can work towards.

• Curriculum and Teaching:

- Our curriculum is well-designed and taught securely, with skilled teachers delivering lessons that build on children’s prior knowledge.

- Early reading is taught effectively, and additional support is in place for those who need it.

- Adaptions are made to the curriculum appropriately and this ensures that we support the differing needs of all the children.

• Early Years:

- Children in Nursery and Reception get a positive start with engaging, well-planned learning experiences that promote curiosity, independence, and strong communication skills.

- Children develop into busy and curious learners and are ready for the next stages of their education.

- Children are well cared for and have lots of opportunities to learn as they play.

• Inclusion:

- We provide strong support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they can access the curriculum and thrive.

- Our pastoral care and wellbeing services help all children to succeed emotionally and academically.

- There are calm and adapted spaces for those children with complex needs to learn and succeed

- We work closely with families, professionals and outside agencies.

• Leadership and Governance:

- Our leaders and governors work with integrity, focusing on continuous improvement.

- Leaders know what is going well and aspects of school life that need further development.

- Staff wellbeing and professional development are priorities, ensuring high-quality teaching and support for all pupils.

- Pupils sit at the heart of decisions made by Greasley leaders.

• Personal Development:

- We offer a rich program that supports children’s mental health, wellbeing, and understanding of the wider world, including British values and respect for diversity.

- Pupils are encouraged to develop leadership skills and participate actively in school life.

- Children are empathetic towards the challenges that their peers may face.

- Pastoral support for the school is strong.

Our Vision:
At Greasley Beauvale, we aim for everyone to reach their full potential, nurture their talents, and foster a personal love of learning through a safe, engaging, and challenging curriculum. We champion physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing to promote the best outcomes for every individual.

Motto:

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

• Learn: Be curious and ready to try our best

• Grow: Develop confidence, creativity and respect

• Succeed: Feel safe, be kind and celebrate achievements.

At Greasley Beauvale, our motto guides everything we do and links to our Rainbow Values and school rules of being ‘Ready, Respectful, Safe and Kind.

Aims:

• To be motivated, independent, and confident lifelong learners

• To think about our thinking, developing metacognitive awareness

• To set high aspirations and strive for excellence

• To create, imagine, and innovate

• To be resilient, take responsible risks, and overcome obstacles

• To communicate clearly and work collaboratively

• To be respectful, empathetic, and kind