Welcome to Burlington Junior School
Shaping Positive Futures. Achieving Our Full Potential.
The pupils, staff, Governors and I would like to welcome you to our school. Our aim is to create a happy, caring and safe environment where our children are motivated and driven to achieve their full potential.
At Burlington Junior School we have developed a broad and balanced curriculum which ensures all learners gain invaluable knowledge and skills essential for life in modern Britain. It provides children with challenge and promotes curiosity and ambition so that all our children can achieve and reach their full potential in all they do in the future.
We hope that you find the information on our website informative and that it enables you to engage in your child’s learning journey.
Our core aims and values :
At Burlington Junior School our core aims and values are carefully threaded through everything that we do. Our curriculum aim is to ensure that all our children:
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Year 5 Sports Festival
Year 5 were invited to Headlands annual Sports festival. This is a fantastic event which sees the children take part in a variety of sporting activities. There was [...]
Eden Camp – Year 6
On Tuesday 21st May, The Year 6s travelled to Eden Camp, near Malton, to enhance their learning about the topic of World War 2. Eden camp used to be [...]
The Digestive System – Year 4
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Science Day – Year 5 April 2024
After having been invited to Bridlington school during Science week, we were invited back to join in some science lessons in their labs. On Friday afternoon Class 10 [...]
“All 3 of my children are very happy at this school”.
“I like learning because I think learning is fun and it allows me to push myself and learn new things every day.”
“Since implementation of Class Dojo we are much more aware of the things that happen whilst at school. Also the Dojo Points System is a great way to monitor progress.”
“The thing I like about Burlington Junior school is that the teachers are very nice and it’s easy to make new friends.”
“This is my third child to go all the way through Burlington and I would recommend this school every time.”
“I like this school because we get to learn new things every day”
“Burlington Junior School is a wonderful school with great staff. They have helped me to become really independent whilst supporting me. I am really happy at this school.”
“I like doing writing and maths because in maths you get to learn different methods to answer questions and I like writing stories.”
“My kids love it at Burlington Junior School.”
“Leaders plan aspects of the science curriculum in order to promote
engineering.”
“The best thing about Burlington Junior School is the lessons are fun and interesting and we always learn something new.”
“Both children have attended this school. Both have enjoyed it and have reached their potential.”
“Leaders develop pupils’ experiences beyond the community, including
annual visits to London.”
“Communication with parents has improved recently, Class Dojo is a good addition. Good to see the topics for this half-term.”
“Parents comment that their children ‘really enjoy reading for pleasure’.”
“Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour.”
“Good transition from Year 4- 5. My child is in a smaller class, well supported in English and Maths. Nurtured and settled.”
“Staff, including those at the early stages of their careers, say they feel supported to fulfil their roles.”
“What I like about Burlington Junior School is learning because if you listen carefully you will get smart and you will have a good education and you will get a good job.”
“The school has
put in place a range of strategies and interventions to support pupils with their emotional health and well-being and behaviour.”
“Pupils speak
enthusiastically about the range of after-school activities on offer.”
“Leaders are passionate about ensuring that all pupils receive the education they deserve.”
“Leaders are keen to ‘sow the seeds of interest’ regarding careers.”
“Pupils take home books that match their phonics ability. This helps them to become confident and fluent readers.”
“‘There is something for everyone.’ Clubs range from golfing, cheerleading, football and rugby to mindfulness, yoga and knitting.”
“Leaders achieve this
through daily story-time sessions and ‘reading ambassadors’ who promote reading with their peers.”
“Leaders encourage good mental health through nurture sessions and a
‘nature’ programme.”
“Behaviour and attendance continue to improve throughout school.”
“In English and mathematics, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), remember what they have learned over time.”
“My child loves this school.”
“Leaders create a positive environment where pupils flourish.”
“Daily phonics lessons and extra support in the afternoon take place for pupils who are at the early stages of reading.”
“Would recommend this school 100%. My child is very happy.”
“Leaders continue to develop a broad and balanced curriculum that raises pupils’ aspirations.”
“Subject leaders are invited to share curriculum plans with governors.”
“Furthermore, leaders invite pupils to attend afterschool sessions to help them catch up quickly.”
“I like Burlington Junior School because we get to go on trips.”
“Pupils are happy to
attend school. Parents say their children are ‘well cared for, feel safe and can be
themselves’.”
“My most favourite thing in Burlington Juniors is that we all help each other and that if someone is upset other people go and talk and play with them.”
“My daughter is very happy at school and is doing well. I am pleased with her progress.”
“Leaders strive to develop a curriculum that engages and inspires pupils.”
“I like learning about history and the Romans and we are going on a trip to Murton Park.”
“In school I like the writing because you get to write about your favourite things. I love all the language you can use.”
“My child has settled well into Year 3. She enjoys Maths especially.”
“My child has settled really well here, she feels happy and her hard work is recognised. Very pleased.”
“Leaders provide a range of opportunities to develop pupils’ interests.”
