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Headteacher
St Botolph’s Church of England Primary School aims to provide a stimulating and varied programme of education to enable children of all abilities and backgrounds to acquire confidence, knowledge and skills within an environment of the Christian faith and practice, respecting also those from other faiths. Staff, children, parents and governors work together for the care of the school within the community, committed to the spiritual, social, moral and intellectual welfare of the pupils.
Aletheia Academies Trust
In 2014, with Shorne C of E Primary and Saint George’s C of E School, St. Botolph’s C of E Primary School formed the Aletheia Academies Trust.
Aletheia is committed to sustaining high-quality schools and supporting schools in need of specific improvement in some of the more challenging wards in Kent. Our focus is to provide school improvement services that draw on the wealth of practice from across our trust, broaden the expertise available to schools through flexible working arrangements and increase our capacity to quickly respond to the needs of individual schools. Pedagogical excellence is at the heart of all we do with a sustained focus on collaborative and mastery learning.
Latest News
St. Bot’s Bake Off Round 3: An Egg-cellent Easter Challenge! 🐣
Round 3 of the St. Botolph’s Bake Off brought a burst of Easter creativity into the classroom, as our youngest bakers took centre stage! This round featured three fantastic teams made up of Phase 1...
A Month of Reflection: St. Botolph’s Celebrates Ramadan
To mark the beginning of Ramadan, our school community came together to learn about this special and meaningful time for many of our families. Mrs Atwal shared the significance of Ramadan, explaining why it is...
Year 4 Charity Week
Please find attached a selection of photos from our Year 4 Chosen Charity Week. We would be grateful if you could share these to help promote the fantastic efforts of Year 4 and the wider...
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St. Botolph’s Bake Off - Round 3! 🧁
Our Phase 1 children took on an Easter-themed challenge last week - and what a fantastic job they did!
From carrot cupcakes decorated with sugar bunnies, to chocolate nest cakes topped with mini eggs, and colourful cupcakes filled with Easter treats, the creativity on display was amazing
🏆 A big congratulations to Amelia’s Easter Nest Squad, who were crowned this round’s winners!
A huge well done to all of our young bakers for their teamwork, enthusiasm and effort - we are so proud of you all!
📸 Take a look at their egg-cellent creations here: https://www.st-botolphs.kent.sch.uk/2026/03/23/st-bots-bake-off-3/
St. Botolph’s Bake Off - Round 3! 🧁
Our Phase 1 children took on an Easter-themed challenge last week - and what a fantastic job they did!
From carrot cupcakes decorated with sugar bunnies, to chocolate nest cakes topped with mini eggs, and colourful cupcakes filled with Easter treats, the creativity on display was amazing
🏆 A big congratulations to Amelia’s Easter Nest Squad, who were crowned this round’s winners!
A huge well done to all of our young bakers for their teamwork, enthusiasm and effort - we are so proud of you all!
📸 Take a look at their egg-cellent creations here: https://www.st-botolphs.kent.sch.uk/2026/03/23/st-bots-bake-off-3/
To mark the beginning of Ramadan, our school community came together to learn about this special and meaningful time for many of our families. Mrs Atwal shared the significance of Ramadan, explaining why it is observed and how it encourages reflection, generosity, and kindness. She also spoke about the celebration of Eid, helping pupils understand how it is joyfully marked at the end of the month.
As part of our celebrations, the whole school took part in a ‘30 Days of Kindness Challenge’. Each class reflected on ways they could show kindness to others, recording their actions on beautifully decorated crescent moons. These were proudly displayed around the school, creating a wonderful visual reminder of compassion, respect, and community spirit.
To further mark the celebration of Eid, children also created and decorated colourful lanterns, a traditional symbol associated with this special time.
This experience not only deepened pupils’ understanding of Ramadan and Eid but also encouraged everyone to think about how small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
To mark the beginning of Ramadan, our school community came together to learn about this special and meaningful time for many of our families. Mrs Atwal shared the significance of Ramadan, explaining why it is observed and how it encourages reflection, generosity, and kindness. She also spoke about the celebration of Eid, helping pupils understand how it is joyfully marked at the end of the month.
As part of our celebrations, the whole school took part in a ‘30 Days of Kindness Challenge’. Each class reflected on ways they could show kindness to others, recording their actions on beautifully decorated crescent moons. These were proudly displayed around the school, creating a wonderful visual reminder of compassion, respect, and community spirit.
To further mark the celebration of Eid, children also created and decorated colourful lanterns, a traditional symbol associated with this special time.
This experience not only deepened pupils’ understanding of Ramadan and Eid but also encouraged everyone to think about how small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
Year 3 went back in time to the tower of London on Wednesday! We went by train and enjoyed the sights such as Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast, and the Shard along the way. Once at the tower, we enjoyed a workshop which delved into the wives of Henry VIII. Whilst there, we also explored the tower’s gruesome history of the bloody tower, the torture devices and saw the wonders of the crown jewels. We had a fabulous day in the glorious sunshine.
Year 3 went back in time to the tower of London on Wednesday! We went by train and enjoyed the sights such as Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast, and the Shard along the way. Once at the tower, we enjoyed a workshop which delved into the wives of Henry VIII. Whilst there, we also explored the tower’s gruesome history of the bloody tower, the torture devices and saw the wonders of the crown jewels. We had a fabulous day in the glorious sunshine.
✨ This is “The Greatest Show!” ✨
Our schools are coming together for our Annual Trust Choir Concert - a spectacular celebration of music, talent, and community you won’t want to miss! 🎶
Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with powerful performances and feel-good favourites that will have you singing along.
🎟️ Limited tickets available - don’t miss out!
Tickets are just £12.50 each - book now before they’re gone!
https://woodville.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173664799
✨ This is “The Greatest Show!” ✨
Our schools are coming together for our Annual Trust Choir Concert - a spectacular celebration of music, talent, and community you won’t want to miss! 🎶
Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with powerful performances and feel-good favourites that will have you singing along.
🎟️ Limited tickets available - don’t miss out!
Tickets are just £12.50 each - book now before they’re gone!
https://woodville.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173664799
St. Botolph’s shines on the field! 🎉
Competing with 10 other schools, St. Botolph’s students displayed skill, effort, and incredible team spirit at the Trust tag rugby event. Hats off to everyone who took part! 👏
St. Botolph’s shines on the field! 🎉
Competing with 10 other schools, St. Botolph’s students displayed skill, effort, and incredible team spirit at the Trust tag rugby event. Hats off to everyone who took part! 👏
Last Wednesday, we were proud to mark Young Carers Day 2026 with our amazing children. This year’s theme, “Fair Futures for Young Carers,” gave us a lovely opportunity to talk about hopes, dreams, and what the future could look like!
It was so special to hear what careers our young carers aspire to - ranging from teachers and doctors to footballers and beyond.
We also spoke about the importance of having the right support to help them achieve their goals. With organisations like IMAGO young carers are supported to reach their full potential in education, training, and employment - helping to create brighter futures for every child.
We’re so proud of each and every one of our young carers 💛
Last Wednesday, we were proud to mark Young Carers Day 2026 with our amazing children. This year’s theme, “Fair Futures for Young Carers,” gave us a lovely opportunity to talk about hopes, dreams, and what the future could look like!
It was so special to hear what careers our young carers aspire to - ranging from teachers and doctors to footballers and beyond.
We also spoke about the importance of having the right support to help them achieve their goals. With organisations like IMAGO young carers are supported to reach their full potential in education, training, and employment - helping to create brighter futures for every child.
We’re so proud of each and every one of our young carers 💛
Last Wednesday, we were proud to mark Young Carers Day 2026 with our amazing children. This year’s theme, “Fair Futures for Young Carers,” gave us a lovely opportunity to talk about hopes, dreams, and what the future could look like!
It was so special to hear what careers our young carers aspire to - ranging from teachers and doctors to footballers and beyond.
We also spoke about the importance of having the right support to help them achieve their goals. With organisations like @imagocommunityuk , young carers are supported to reach their full potential in education, training, and employment - helping to create brighter futures for every child.
We’re so proud of each and every one of our young carers 💛
Last Wednesday, we were proud to mark Young Carers Day 2026 with our amazing children. This year’s theme, “Fair Futures for Young Carers,” gave us a lovely opportunity to talk about hopes, dreams, and what the future could look like!
It was so special to hear what careers our young carers aspire to - ranging from teachers and doctors to footballers and beyond.
We also spoke about the importance of having the right support to help them achieve their goals. With organisations like @imagocommunityuk , young carers are supported to reach their full potential in education, training, and employment - helping to create brighter futures for every child.
We’re so proud of each and every one of our young carers 💛
There are still a few spaces available for our Family First Aid workshops, taking place at the school on 19 March and 26 March, from 13:00 to 15:00.
If you would like to attend, please contact the school office to reserve your place.
For more information, please visit the Kent Adult Education website:
https://www.kentadulteducation.co.uk/learning-with-us/family-learning/
There are still a few spaces available for our Family First Aid workshops, taking place at the school on 19 March and 26 March, from 13:00 to 15:00.
If you would like to attend, please contact the school office to reserve your place.
For more information, please visit the Kent Adult Education website:
https://www.kentadulteducation.co.uk/learning-with-us/family-learning/
Please find attached a selection of photos from our Year 4 Chosen Charity Week. We would be grateful if you could share these to help promote the fantastic efforts of Year 4 and the wider school community in supporting our chosen charity.
This year, Year 4 selected Animal Samaritans, who carry out vital work caring for animals in need within our local area.
As part of the week, a representative from Animal Samaritans visited on Thursday to speak with the children about the important work they do, particularly in caring for and rehoming cats. Year 4 children also had the pleasure of meeting one of the rescue cats, which was a wonderful experience and really helped bring the charity’s work to life.
In the lead-up to the handover of our donations, Libby did a wonderful job of sharing information about the charity with the whole school. She spoke in assembly about the work of Animal Samaritans, explained why Year 4 had chosen to support them, and encouraged pupils and families to contribute items. This helped raise awareness across the school community and resulted in a fantastic response.
During the week, we invited donations of:
• Cat food (dry or wet)
• Cat litter
• Cat treats
• Blankets or towels
• Cat toys
We are very proud of the generosity shown by our pupils and families, and we look forward to officially handing over the donations to the charity.
Please find attached a selection of photos from our Year 4 Chosen Charity Week. We would be grateful if you could share these to help promote the fantastic efforts of Year 4 and the wider school community in supporting our chosen charity.
This year, Year 4 selected Animal Samaritans, who carry out vital work caring for animals in need within our local area.
As part of the week, a representative from Animal Samaritans visited on Thursday to speak with the children about the important work they do, particularly in caring for and rehoming cats. Year 4 children also had the pleasure of meeting one of the rescue cats, which was a wonderful experience and really helped bring the charity’s work to life.
In the lead-up to the handover of our donations, Libby did a wonderful job of sharing information about the charity with the whole school. She spoke in assembly about the work of Animal Samaritans, explained why Year 4 had chosen to support them, and encouraged pupils and families to contribute items. This helped raise awareness across the school community and resulted in a fantastic response.
During the week, we invited donations of:
• Cat food (dry or wet)
• Cat litter
• Cat treats
• Blankets or towels
• Cat toys
We are very proud of the generosity shown by our pupils and families, and we look forward to officially handing over the donations to the charity.
At the end of term 3, year 3 were busy baking bread! We have been looking at different types of bread, ingredients, methods, and textures. Working as a team, we combined our ingredients together, then kneaded them to form a dough. We got to choose one ingredient (chocolate chips were the firm favourite) and then let them rise. We had lots of fun becoming budding Paul Hollywood’s and Mary Berry’s!
At the end of term 3, year 3 were busy baking bread! We have been looking at different types of bread, ingredients, methods, and textures. Working as a team, we combined our ingredients together, then kneaded them to form a dough. We got to choose one ingredient (chocolate chips were the firm favourite) and then let them rise. We had lots of fun becoming budding Paul Hollywood’s and Mary Berry’s!
Term 3 Governor Awards for demonstrating our 3 R`s - Respect, Responsibility and Resilience. It was great to hear why these children have been nominated by their teachers and we look forward to celebrating more deserving recipients in the term ahead.
Term 3 Governor Awards for demonstrating our 3 R`s - Respect, Responsibility and Resilience. It was great to hear why these children have been nominated by their teachers and we look forward to celebrating more deserving recipients in the term ahead.
Kent Family Hubs offers a wide range of groups and services for families. Take a look at what’s on offer from 23 February.
If you’d like more information about what they provide, or want to explore the sessions available near you, follow the link below:
https://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/kent-family-hub/activities-courses-and-groups-near-you
Kent Family Hubs offers a wide range of groups and services for families. Take a look at what’s on offer from 23 February.
If you’d like more information about what they provide, or want to explore the sessions available near you, follow the link below:
https://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/kent-family-hub/activities-courses-and-groups-near-you