A warm welcome from our
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.
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Term 3 Governor Awards
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...
Year 3 – Busy Baking Bread
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...
Worldviews Day
As a school, we were proud to take part in Worldviews Day, a special opportunity for pupils to explore big questions about life, meaning and belief. Each class approached their learning through a Worldviews lens,...
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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
Year 4 are keen to support our local community and help a local animal charity, Animal Samaritans , who do vital work caring for animals in need.
This week, a representative from the charity visited the children to talk about the work they do and how they support and care for animals, particularly cats, within our local area.
The children were very interested to hear about how the charity helps animals and the difference community support can make.
To help Animal Samaritans, we are kindly asking for donations of items that can be used to care for cats currently in their care. If you are able to contribute, the charity would greatly appreciate:
· Cat food (dry or wet)
· Cat litter
· Cat treats
· Blankets or towels
· Cat toys
Donations can be brought into school next week, and we will ensure all items are passed on to the charity.
Please do not feel any pressure to donate, any support is very much appreciated, and we are grateful for your continued support.
Year 4 are keen to support our local community and help a local animal charity, Animal Samaritans , who do vital work caring for animals in need.
This week, a representative from the charity visited the children to talk about the work they do and how they support and care for animals, particularly cats, within our local area.
The children were very interested to hear about how the charity helps animals and the difference community support can make.
To help Animal Samaritans, we are kindly asking for donations of items that can be used to care for cats currently in their care. If you are able to contribute, the charity would greatly appreciate:
· Cat food (dry or wet)
· Cat litter
· Cat treats
· Blankets or towels
· Cat toys
Donations can be brought into school next week, and we will ensure all items are passed on to the charity.
Please do not feel any pressure to donate, any support is very much appreciated, and we are grateful for your continued support.
This Friday marks the start of our Book Fair, which will be open after school from Friday and continue throughout next week.
This year, children are welcome to use their World Book Day vouchers towards the purchase of an exciting new read.
This Friday marks the start of our Book Fair, which will be open after school from Friday and continue throughout next week.
This year, children are welcome to use their World Book Day vouchers towards the purchase of an exciting new read.
As a school, we were proud to take part in Worldviews Day, a special opportunity for pupils to explore big questions about life, meaning and belief. Each class approached their learning through a Worldviews lens, where children encountered a range of religious and non-religious perspectives.
Pupils were encouraged to listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions and critically evaluate different viewpoints, while also reflecting on their own ideas and experiences. Through open discussion and respectful dialogue, children developed a deeper understanding of both themselves and their friends.
Worldviews Day promoted curiosity, empathy and respect, helping pupils to appreciate diversity and understand that people can see the world in many different ways. It was a powerful reminder of the importance of inclusion, understanding and mutual respect within our school community.
As a school, we were proud to take part in Worldviews Day, a special opportunity for pupils to explore big questions about life, meaning and belief. Each class approached their learning through a Worldviews lens, where children encountered a range of religious and non-religious perspectives.
Pupils were encouraged to listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions and critically evaluate different viewpoints, while also reflecting on their own ideas and experiences. Through open discussion and respectful dialogue, children developed a deeper understanding of both themselves and their friends.
Worldviews Day promoted curiosity, empathy and respect, helping pupils to appreciate diversity and understand that people can see the world in many different ways. It was a powerful reminder of the importance of inclusion, understanding and mutual respect within our school community.
🎶 Young Voices 2026 🎶
We’ve arrived and are ready for our rehearsal! Everyone is very excited and ready to make some amazing memories.
🎶 Young Voices 2026 🎶
We’ve arrived and are ready for our rehearsal! Everyone is very excited and ready to make some amazing memories.
Trust Games: Basketball - Round 3
A strong performance from our pupils, finishing 2nd out of 10 schools in the third round of the Trust Games!
Excellent teamwork and determination shown throughout, earning valuable points towards the final.
Well done to everyone involved - a result to be proud of! 👏
Trust Games: Basketball - Round 3
A strong performance from our pupils, finishing 2nd out of 10 schools in the third round of the Trust Games!
Excellent teamwork and determination shown throughout, earning valuable points towards the final.
Well done to everyone involved - a result to be proud of! 👏
Winter Fun!
Gravesham`s action-packed season continues with something for everyone, whether it’s expert coaching sessions, discovering new ways to stay active, or enjoying quality time as a family. Gravesham Borough Council is on a mission: to boost health and wellbeing, inspire active lifestyles, and bring our community together in an inclusive way.
Move More. Live Better. Together!
https://gravesham.govocal.com/en-GB/projects/winter-fun-2026
Winter Fun!
Gravesham`s action-packed season continues with something for everyone, whether it’s expert coaching sessions, discovering new ways to stay active, or enjoying quality time as a family. Gravesham Borough Council is on a mission: to boost health and wellbeing, inspire active lifestyles, and bring our community together in an inclusive way.
Move More. Live Better. Together!
https://gravesham.govocal.com/en-GB/projects/winter-fun-2026
We welcomed parents of children from years 2 and 3 on Monday for an informative Mathematics workshop led by Miss Burns. The session explored how we teach maths here at St Botolph`s, what is covered in the curriculum and how we can support maths learning at home. We used some manipulatives to show how children use them in classrooms to support their understanding before welcoming the children to join us to work on an activity altogether.
Please don`t hesitate to contact your child`s class teacher or Miss Burns should you have any questions regarding your child`s maths learning.
We welcomed parents of children from years 2 and 3 on Monday for an informative Mathematics workshop led by Miss Burns. The session explored how we teach maths here at St Botolph`s, what is covered in the curriculum and how we can support maths learning at home. We used some manipulatives to show how children use them in classrooms to support their understanding before welcoming the children to join us to work on an activity altogether.
Please don`t hesitate to contact your child`s class teacher or Miss Burns should you have any questions regarding your child`s maths learning.
Every year one of our families helps a charity to show support for the work they do in the local community. This year the children chose to help at Hive Hope on New Year`s Eve.
The children went with their parents to the cash and carry for the donation and helped carry it into the food bank and store it. The children knew lots about the work of the charity through school and our connection with the charity through Church. St Botolphs Church Northfleet
We are very proud of both the children for wanting to help one of our school charities and showing inspirational community spirit. Well done and thank you!
Every year one of our families helps a charity to show support for the work they do in the local community. This year the children chose to help at Hive Hope on New Year`s Eve.
The children went with their parents to the cash and carry for the donation and helped carry it into the food bank and store it. The children knew lots about the work of the charity through school and our connection with the charity through Church. St Botolphs Church Northfleet
We are very proud of both the children for wanting to help one of our school charities and showing inspirational community spirit. Well done and thank you!
We’re excited to be part of Aletheia Academies Trust`s Recruitment Fair this Thursday 🎉
Come along to meet our team, learn more about working at St. Botolph`s Church of England Primary School, grow your skills with FREE career workshops, and explore current and future opportunities across the Trust.
📅 Thursday 15th January 2026
⏰ 17:30 - 19:00
📍 Alkerden Academy, Portbridge Gardens, DA10 1GG
Whether you’re an experienced professional, an ECT, or considering a career in education - we’d love to meet you!
Book your space here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aletheia-academies-trust-recruitment-fair-tickets-1972481128152
We’re excited to be part of Aletheia Academies Trust`s Recruitment Fair this Thursday 🎉
Come along to meet our team, learn more about working at St. Botolph`s Church of England Primary School, grow your skills with FREE career workshops, and explore current and future opportunities across the Trust.
📅 Thursday 15th January 2026
⏰ 17:30 - 19:00
📍 Alkerden Academy, Portbridge Gardens, DA10 1GG
Whether you’re an experienced professional, an ECT, or considering a career in education - we’d love to meet you!
Book your space here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aletheia-academies-trust-recruitment-fair-tickets-1972481128152