Welcome

Welcome to our school, where we are dedicated to providing and excellent education for every child in every classroom, everyday. We create an inspiring environment filled with opportunities to learn, grow and discover their potential.

It is my absolute pleasure to welcome you to Lift Percy Shurmer, an outstanding school where happiness, inclusivity, and excellence come together to create an exceptional learning environment. At Percy Shurmer we are committed to ensuring that every child receives the support, challenge, and encouragement they need to thrive and achieve their full potential.

We have high aspirations for all our pupils. We foster a love of learning, nurture confidence, and provide a rich, ambitious curriculum that inspires every child. With a focus on excellent attendance, our children love coming to school each day, welcomed by a team of dedicated, passionate, and truly wonderful staff who create a warm and supportive atmosphere.

Education here is more than just academic success—it’s about preparing children for life. Through our inclusive ethos, high expectations, and strong community spirit, we empower our pupils with the knowledge, skills, and values to flourish in an ever-changing world.

I invite you to explore our website to discover more about what makes Percy Shurmer such a special place. If you would like to see our vibrant community in action, we would love to welcome you for a visit!

Miss Duffy
Principal

Deaf learning base

Percy Shurmer Deaf Learning Base caters for children who have an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) due to significant hearing loss with a subsequent language delay.

Providing an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day.

Our trust is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country – from Middlesbrough in the north to Devon in the west, Essex in the east and the Isle of Wight in the south. The majority of our schools are rated ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted.

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