The Griffin Primary School

21/07/2026

Join the Governing Board of The Griffin Primary School - become a Trustee and Help Shape the Future of Education

The Griffin Primary School is at an exciting stage of its journey, as it prepares to join a MAT with Lawrence Sheriff School in January 2027.

We are seeking two new Trustees to join our Board from 1st September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the education and wellbeing of local children while helping to shape the strategic direction of our school.

Who Are We Looking For?
We welcome applications from anyone who is passionate about providing an excellent education for children in our community.
In particular, we are keen to hear from individuals with experience or expertise in:
Law
Human Resources (HR)
However, these are identified skills gaps rather than essential requirements. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds who can demonstrate a commitment to improving outcomes for young people and supporting the work of the school.

What Does the Role Involve?
As a Trustee, you will:
Support the school's vision, values, and strategic direction.
Provide appropriate challenge and oversight to school leadership.
Help ensure that resources are used effectively and responsibly.
Promote high standards of educational achievement and pupil wellbeing.
Attend Board meetings and contribute to key decisions affecting the school and its community.

What Skills and Qualities Are Needed?
We are looking for people who:
- Have a genuine interest in education and children's futures.
- Can think strategically and work collaboratively.
- Are willing to dedicate time to meetings, training, and reading papers.
- Bring professional experience, insight, and good judgement.

No previous trustee experience is required. Training and support will be provided.

Safeguarding
The Griffin Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS and Section 128 check.

Interested?
If you would like to use your skills and experience to make a lasting difference to the lives of local children, we would love to hear from you.

Position start date: 1 September 2026
To find out more or express your interest, please contact:
Mrs Alison Hine (Headteacher) on [email protected] with details about your background, the skills you would bring to the role and why you are interested in this position. If we feel that you are the right fit for the board and school we will then ask you to complete an application form, including the names of 2 referees.

Please note this position is voluntary.

The Griffin Primary School - 'Happy, Kind, Confident'

14/07/2026

The Little Griffin Nursery is expanding - and as a result, we have extra spaces available!

If you are looking for a nursery place for a September start there is still time to sign your 2,3 or 4 year old up for a place.

We are a school led nursery with 2 purpose built buildings - one for our 3 and 4 year olds (N2) and one for 2 year olds (E2).

Our fabulous team of staff provide excellent care and learning opportunities for the children and work closely with families to ensure the best for each child who attends.

We accept 15 hour and 30 hour funded places and work closely with the team at The Griffin Primary School.

We currently have:
7 full time places or 7 mornings/7 afternoons for 2 year olds

7 mornings/2 afternoons or 2 full time places and 5 mornings for 3 and 4 year olds

Please give the office team a call on 01788 249115 if you are interested in a place or email [email protected]

We look forward to meeting you.

Kind regards
Mrs Hine
(Headteacher)

02/07/2026

We are recruiting for an Apprentice Teaching Assistant (SEND) for 1st September 2026. Closing date Wednesday 15th July. For further information and an application form please visit
www.thegriffinprimary.uk /about us/vacancies

Good morning everyone. I was wondering if anyone could help us out. There are some display boards/room dividers available on Marketplace in Hinkley but they are 5ft x 5ft and so I cannot get them in a car. If there was anyone who could collect them for us, we would be very grateful. Please call the....

12/06/2026

Would you like to support one of your local primary schools in a governance role?

The Griffin Primary School has two vacancies on their Trust Board for September.

If you would like to support and challenge the school to be the best it can be and would be interested in finding out more about this voluntary role please contact the school office.

We have gaps in our skillset in the following areas – HR, law and health and safety – but would welcome applications from anyone who is ambitious in achieving the best possible outcomes for pupils and is prepared to give time, skills and knowledge to developing themselves and others in order to create highly effective governance.

For further information please contact the school via email [email protected] or by calling 01788 249115.

11/06/2026

We have a vacancy for a part-time cleaner (10 hours per week), to start September 1st 2026.

For further information please visit https://thegriffinprimary.ovw1.juniperwebsites.co.uk/page/?title=Vacancies&pid=15

If you have any questions, or would like to visit the school, please contact the office team on 01788 249115. We look forward to hearing from you.

Please note that we take our safeguarding duty very seriously and the successful applicant will be required to complete a DBS check, DO you need a amongst other safer recruitment checks.

Mrs Hine
(Headteacher)

03/06/2026

Here is just one of the groups who hire our school hall. If you know any little ones who love dancing (and watching Strictly Come Dancing?) why not come along and give this a try?

15/05/2026

Do you need a Nursery place for September 2026?

The Little Griffin Nursery is expanding its provision with a brand new building and only has a few spaces left:
3 & 4 year old provision - 3 full time and 2 afternoon only places
2 year old provision - 6 full time and 3 afternoon only places

Our teacher led Nursery is term time only and provides a nurturing environment where children thrive. The excellent learning opportunities from highly experienced staff, ensure children make progress in every area of development.

Why not come and see for yourself?

Just contact us on 01788 249115 for further information and to arrange a visit.

We look forward to meeting you.

21/04/2026

Feeling super proud of our Eco-club.... follow this link to see why.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AxmroSKRP/

Make some recycled art with your pupils!
Get your pupils collecting plastic bottle tops and blue plastic bags — then turn them into a beautiful collage to brighten up your school. Our Better Planet Schools plastic and waste module helps children understand plastic pollution and discover the many benefits of recycling in a fun, hands-on way.

The Griffin Primary School in Warwickshire recently completed the module:
"The Eco-Club looked at the Better Planet Schools PowerPoint about plastics and decided to create a piece of art using recycled plastics. We asked the whole school to collect blue plastic bags and different colour plastic bottle tops and then made a collage to put up in the hall and help educate the other children about the increase in plastic pollution in the seas and oceans."
— Alison Hine, Headteacher, The Griffin Primary School, Warwickshire

Download our plastic and waste module and gain access to 10 other exciting modules — sign your school up to Better Planet Schools completely free of charge. You could even win prizes for the environmental action your school takes as part of the programme!

Sign up here: www.betterplanetschools.org.uk/signupschool

18/04/2026

The Little Griffin Nursery is growing, and we've got exciting news!🥳

Our 2 year-old places are increasing from 8 to 20 starting September 2026. That means that we can welcome more Little Griffins! 😄

Right now we have the following availability: 4 full-time places and 4 part-time places are ready and waiting.

If you are looking for quality childcare in a school-led nursery (term time only) this is your moment!

Ready to join our growing family and want to find out more?
Head over to our website (thegriffinprimary.uk) to fill out the online nursery application form, or simply reach out to us at [email protected] or by calling 01788 249115. We'd love to meet you and your little one! 💙

22/03/2026

We are so pleased that our school is being used by local groups for local people, outside of school hours. Tutoring, Fitness for children with additional needs, Ballroom & Latin Dancing or Rugby Tots all take place at The Griffin Primary School.
Here is further information:

Fitness by Bobby
Fitness classes dedicated to being fully inclusive. His mission is to ensure every child feels seen, included, and has a place where they truly belong. Through fun, supportive sessions, he aims to build confidence and encourage movement. Check out his social media to find out more about his classes and the work he’s doing.

https://www.facebook.com/share/1RHcCosgs7/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://www.tiktok.com/?_r=1&_t=ZN-94bbyG9GfKA

https://www.instagram.com/fitnessbybobby?igsh=MTlmMnNmcXNwYWU3Zw==

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DanceChamp
DanceChamp offers a variety of Ballroom and Latin dance classes for both Adults & Children so whether you are young, old, new to dance, already have experience, if you want to dance for fun or competitively, get fit or make new friends, we have a class that is right for you.

We provide top quality group tuition, in addition to other services, such as private tuition, wedding dance choreography, party bookings and Pro-Am partnering by fully qualified, licensed and insured former ballroom and Latin American champions.

So if you want to Cha Cha, Rumba or do the Quickstep, you can learn them all with DanceChamp.

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First Class Learning
First Class Learning (Rugby North)
"First Class Learning Rugby North supports children in Maths, English & Science through personalised learning programmes designed to build confidence and academic success.

Trusted by local parents across Rugby ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
https://g.page/r/CaodAGNYAyl3EAE/review

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Rugby Tots
Join Rugbytots, on a Saturday morning. The world's favourite rugby play programme for children and toddlers, with fun & enjoyable classes is now at The Griffin Primary School.