Please find some useful information for you and your child about our school.
Welcoming you to Beckfoot Priestthorpe
As your children embark on their journey at Beckfoot Priestthorpe, we want to ensure that both your child and your families are equipped with the all the knowledge and resources to make their transition to a new school as smooth and easy as possible.
The family guide below will give you all the essential information you need as a parent/carer of a Beckfoot Priestthorpe pupil.
Our school uniform
Our school uniform colours are blue and grey.
The uniform is as follows:
- Grey skirt, dress, or trousers
- Pale blue polo shirt
- Navy blue cardigan or jumper with the school logo (logo optional)
- Black school shoes (not decorative, coloured or with reflective strips)
- Please name all of your child’s clothing
- Jewellery – only a watch and/or stud earrings may be worn
- Long hair should be tied up for health and safety reasons
- Acrylic and gel nails are not permitted
Bookbags
Small and large book bags (optional) can be purchased via ParentPay. Please contact the office if you have any questions.
PE uniform
Pupils are asked to wear their PE uniform to school on their two scheduled PE days.
PE Uniform consists of:
- A navy sports sweatshirt with the school logo and a plain white T-shirt with a round neck
- Plain navy or black jogging bottoms or leggings
- Plain navy or black shorts (cycling shorts or football shorts) both need to be just above the knee, no tiny gymnastic shorts
- No earrings or jewellery should be worn on PE days. Where ears are newly pierced and cannot be removed, children will be unable to participate in PE lessons
- Hair should be tied up for health and safety
- Lightweight trainers, these need to be suitable for outdoor physical activity
Where can I buy uniform?
Whittakers Schoolwear
Visit Whittakers Schoolwear in Shipley, or contact them directly to an arrange and appointment on 01274584709, their experienced team will be happy to help you find the perfect fit. You can also order our uniform on their website with a delivery of 2 to 3 working days. Click here to view the website.
Natasha’s Schoolwear
Visit Natasha’s Schoolwear in store, located in Bradford, or contact them to arrange an appointment on 01274 724676. They often have discounts on their school uniform.
Uniform Voucher Policy – School Uniforms
The Beckfoot Trust will provide Financial Support to families of students on free school meals now or that have been on free school meals at any time within the last six years. The eligibility will be based on the students identified on the Government’s Ever6 database.
Uniform vouchers will be valued at £30 and will be redeemable at Natasha’s Uniform Shop in Bradford. Vouchers will not be valid in any other outlets.
In special circumstances, uniform voucher support may be provided to other parents/carers where exceptional need can be explained (e.g. families moving into the area for the first time from abroad).
Pre-loved
We also have a pre-loved shop on school, with pop up shops throughout the year. However, if you want to have a look or you’re short of any items, please do not hesitate to contact the school office on 01274564879, or speak to Mrs Noutch directly.
School meals
FM Catering provide our meals at Beckfoot Priestthorpe. They are a team of experienced chefs and staff members who are passionate about creating meals that not only satisfy taste buds but also meet the highest standards of quality.
They offer a three week rotating menu with a variety of hot options for children to choose from, as well as a selection of sandwiches and wraps. We run theme days throughout the year, allowing all of our students the opportunity to try new foods.
Some children may decide they don’t want a hot dinner, and instead can bring their own healthy packed lunch.
The cost of a school dinner is £2.30, we ask that you ensure that there is enough credit on your ParentPay account prior to our child ordering on the day.
Free school meals
Free school meals really do matter, yet too many families are not registered for them or don’t even realise that their child may be eligible.
Families should apply if they receive certain benefits, please click here for more information, and to find out if your child is eligible.
Wrap around care
Breakfast Club
We are delighted to have Kanga Club with us in the mornings to offer our Breakfast Club provision. From 7.30am-8.35am, your child will engage in Rise and Shine activities accompanied with a toast or cereal breakfast to get them prepared and ready for the day ahead.
Our Breakfast Club provision is cost at £5, however, as Kanga is an Ofsted registered provider, you can still pay for the provision using childcare vouchers, tax-free childcare accounts, or similar government schemes. Check your eligibility here.
After School Care
Kanga also run our after school clubs, engaging our children in fun activities such as dance, dodgeball, arts and crafts, football, and much more.
OPTION 1: Book a full term of sporting or activity clubs. From 3.05pm – 4.15pm, for £4.50
OPTION 2: If you require a late pick up, you can book 3.05pm-5.30pm Mondays – Thursdays, and 3.05pm – 5.15pm on Fridays. These sessions coming to £9, including late pickup Cool Down Club Activities, with a tasty drink and snack.
Home learning
At Beckfoot Priestthorpe Primary we believe children will be more successful when home and school work together. Please visit our Home Learning area to find out more about how you can support your child at home.