Russell Street School is a Local Authority school that caters for boys and girls. We cover the Early Years Foundation Stage (3-5 years old), which includes a nursery and reception class and Key Stage 1 (5-7 year olds). We are a two class entry school and have a maximum of 240 places, which includes 60 part-time nursery places. We also house Hobby Horse Preschool on our site.

A warm and welcoming atmosphere is a key feature of our school. We are committed to providing a high level of care for our children, ensuring that they remain safe and happy and that their personal, social and emotional needs are met.

Our school is at the heart of our community both locally and at a more international level. Our parents are highly involved in school life through our Parents’ Association and as regular visitors and helpers in school. We use our town and locality as a resource in our learning and participate actively in community events like Stony in Bloom. We also have strong links with other community groups in Stony Stratford.

International partnerships with schools in Germany, Slovenia, Sweden, Turkey and Jamaica give our children the opportunity to learn about other countries in immediate and real contexts. We introduce foreign language teaching through a ‘Language of the Month’ programme and have an additional focus on German as the second language (after English) of our international project.

Academic progress is ensured through thorough assessments and a curriculum that matches the need of individuals. We carefully map out the provision for children throughout the ability range and are able to offer 1:1 teaching for selected children through ‘Every Child a Reader’ and ‘Every Child Counts’ programmes. A ‘growth mindset’ is nurtured in our children helping them to develop self belief and a positive attitude to challenge.

A commitment to outdoor education supports our drive to provide for the needs of all children. Through outdoor activities our children learn independence, self motivation, communication and social skills. They learn about mathematics, science, humanities and technology in real, fun and exciting contexts.