We promote a love of learning and joy in discovery, central to our 'Independent Learning, Intellectual Curiosity' ethos. Our curriculum blends academic, practical and co-curricular activities to develop confident, independent and well-rounded learners.

Children see how their learning links to the world around them as they learn an instrument, explore Spanish and French, join trips that enrich classroom work and take part in residentials that build confidence and independence.

Our Lessons

Our lessons are driven by curiosity and a genuine interest in each subject, using varied styles, content and resources to stretch every child and help them reach their potential.

In Key Stage 1, we nurture individual strengths through a balanced mix of academic and creative activities, supporting all-round development in a caring and stimulating setting. In Key Stage 2, the focus moves towards greater responsibility, independent learning and personal growth through a wide range of engaging experiences.

Individuality is Important

At Stamford we focus on each child as an individual, helping them discover their strengths and wear their own crown with confidence.

We are always evolving our approach to offer inspiring and varied opportunities, so every child feels ready to lead their own learning journey.

Critical Thinking

All of our children learn to look closely, to observe the world around them and to explore it with curiosity. As they move through the Junior School, we build a strong link between thinking and doing, helping them understand how and why things work.

Whether exploring through science or expressing through art, children are encouraged to ask meaningful questions about the world, what is true, why it matters and how we can make a difference. This spirit of curiosity and reflection is at the heart of how we grow critical thinkers for the future.

The Little Lecture Series

We inspire curiosity and broaden horizons through our excellent Little Lectures series. As part of this programme, Old Stamfordians, our alumni with a wide range of careers and experiences, share their insights with our pupils.

Building on the success of the Stamford Lecture series, this initiative enriches our assemblies and humanities curriculum. It offers a valuable way to inspire future generations while nurturing a lasting love of learning and discovery.

Gifted and Talented

We are very proud of our pupils who display some form of high ability, talent and/or giftedness.

Through provision for, and inclusion of, more able and talented children we will:

Enable children to become happy, secure, and enthusiastic lifelong learners and achieve their personal greatness.
Make children the centre of everything we do, where they are challenged through a broad and balanced curriculum.
Develop an inclusive environment and school ethos where individual needs are respected, and diversity celebrated.
Provide learning and teaching strategies which encourage and motivate children.
Encourage and support children to persevere, succeed and achieve their full potential.
Promote creativity and enjoyment throughout all areas of the curriculum.
Inspire children to have the courage to overcome challenges.

Inclusive Learning

We recognise that within our school, there is a range of different abilities, and we celebrate this.

In providing for the needs of learners as individuals we promote an inclusive learning environment. Our small class sizes make learning better for all.

SEN & Learning Development

For those needing more we offer high quality special needs support.

For those children that require more support in the classroom, we offer your child high quality special needs support to meet their needs as an individual.

We have a full time, non-teaching SENCO who can provide dedicated support with all SEN requirements.

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