9 January 2025
Why do schools close when it snows?
CEO of Red Kite Learning Trust, Richard Sheriff talks about the “tricky balancing act” of deciding whether to close schools during ‘snow days’ and the toll of abuse teachers face on social media.
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Whitkirk Primary School has a big heart – it is a happy school in which our pupils are encouraged to become considerate and responsible members of society. Our dedicated and passionate staff work hard to make sure everyone feels cared for, safe and valued.
Our vision is ‘to be the best that we can be’. We aim to create determined and resilient learners for life. We want our pupils to enjoy their days at school and to know the joys of learning, discovery and challenge.
We want to work in partnership with you, our parents, as this is key to success. We will work together to make sure every child has the opportunity to achieve their potential and treat every child as the unique and extraordinary individual that they are.
Gemma Quarmby
Headteacher
9 January 2025
CEO of Red Kite Learning Trust, Richard Sheriff talks about the “tricky balancing act” of deciding whether to close schools during ‘snow days’ and the toll of abuse teachers face on social media.
3 December 2024
We are delighted to annouce that the DfE has approved the proposal for Saltergate Schools to join our Trust.
16 July 2024
As we approach the end of the academic year we want to share some of our Cluster Team highlights, successes and feedback from the past year.
9 January 2025
CEO of Red Kite Learning Trust, Richard Sheriff talks about the “tricky balancing act” of deciding whether to close schools during ‘snow days’ and the toll of abuse teachers face on social media.
3 December 2024
We are delighted to annouce that the DfE has approved the proposal for Saltergate Schools to join our Trust.
16 July 2024
As we approach the end of the academic year we want to share some of our Cluster Team highlights, successes and feedback from the past year.