A Warm Welcome…
It is a real privilege to welcome you to Appleton Primary School.
At Appleton, we are proud to be a warm, inclusive and ambitious school where every child is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their very best. Our vision, Together we ASPIRE to Learn for Life, reflects our commitment to ensuring that our children not only achieve academically, but develop the confidence, character and skills they need to thrive now and in the future.
Our ASPIRE values sit at the heart of school life, and through The Appleton Way, we encourage everyone in our school community to be Ready, Respectful and Responsible. Together, these provide the foundations for a positive culture where children feel safe, happy and excited to learn.
Strong relationships with our families and wider community are incredibly important to us, and I look forward to working together as we continue to build an Appleton we can all be proud of.
Thank you for visiting our website and for taking an interest in our wonderful school.
Faye Rihane
Head of School
Togther we ASPIRE to learn for life.
Online Safety
We have a dedicated webpage that shows a wide selection of advice for children, parents and carers on the safe use of technology and the internet.
Our Trust includes primary, secondary and an alternative provision school working together to provide the best learning opportunities for the pupils within our network of schools.
Each school serves its own community and has its own unique identity. Together we benefit from working in partnership, share good practice and have a joint central service support team.
WE ALL SHINE BRIGHTER TOGETHER
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“Pupils enjoy learning through play, stories, and collaboration, with engaging activities that promote creativity, teamwork and curiosity.”
“Leaders have prioritised consistency in phonics teaching, ensuring that children receive the support they need to become fluent and confident readers.”
“Pupils are respectful about race, religion and disabilities, showing a strong understanding of equality, inclusion, and kindness.”
“Pupils contribute to the community through charity work and local visits, helping them grow into thoughtful, socially aware individuals.”
“Skilled adults support learning and develop vocabulary in early years, ensuring that even the youngest learners get a strong and confident start.”
“Leaders offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities, providing pupils with enriching experiences that enhance both learning and wellbeing.”
“Pupils feel safe and know teachers will help if they are worried, fostering a secure and supportive environment where children can thrive.”
“The expectation at Appleton is that ‘Every child is a reader,’ and this belief is embedded throughout the school’s approach to phonics and literacy.”
“There is a strong reading culture within the school, with staff and pupils alike showing a shared enthusiasm for books and language development.”
“Appleton Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are well supported and cared for across all areas of their education.”
Year 5 enjoyed their visit with author and artist Ben Rothery today who demonstrated how typically frightening animals can be drawn in a way to make them seem softer and more approachable. The artwork that the Year 5s produced today will be displayed in Hull libraries early December (parents please find letter that’s gone home with your Year 5 children tonight!) ...
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Class CH enjoyed Lesson 2 of their dance unit where they add dynamics to their dance movements. ...
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Funded Childcare in England: A Quick Guide for Parents (2026)
What Childcare Support Could My Family Get?
The Government offers several funded childcare schemes to help families with the cost of childcare.
👶 Working Parents of Children Aged 9 Months to School Age
If you live in England and are working, you may be entitled to 30 hours of funded childcare per week (term time) from the term after your child turns 9 months old until they start school. Eligibility depends on your employment status and income.
✅ Available for eligible working families
✅ Up to 30 hours per week for 38 weeks per year
✅ Can often be stretched across the year by your childcare provider
🧸 Eligible 2-Year-Olds
Some 2-year-olds can receive 15 hours of funded childcare per week if their family receives certain benefits or if the child meets specific criteria, such as having an EHCP, receiving Disability Living Allowance, or being looked after by the local authority.
✅ 15 hours per week for 38 weeks per year
✅ Apply through your local council
🎨 All 3 and 4-Year-Olds
Every child in England is entitled to 15 hours of funded early education and childcare from the term after their third birthday, regardless of family income or employment status.
✅ Universal entitlement
✅ 15 hours per week for 38 weeks per year
🌟 Additional Hours for Working Parents of 3 and 4-Year-Olds
Eligible working parents can receive an additional 15 hours, giving a total of 30 funded hours per week.
✅ Total of 30 hours per week
✅ Must meet working parent eligibility criteria
Tax-Free Childcare
Working families may also be able to benefit from Tax-Free Childcare. For every £8 you pay into your childcare account, the Government adds £2, up to £2,000 per child per year (£4,000 for disabled children).
Tax-Free Childcare can be used to pay for:
Nurseries
Childminders
Breakfast clubs
After-school clubs
Holiday clubs
How Do I Apply?
Most applications can be made through the Childcare Choices website:
👉 www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
You can use the Childcare Choices checker to find out exactly what support your family may be entitled to.
Important to Remember
Funded childcare covers the childcare hours only. Providers may charge for optional extras such as meals, snacks, trips, nappies or additional hours. These charges must not be a condition of accessing your funded place. ...
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www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
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