Working in Partnership
At Aragon Primary School, we believe that working in partnership with other schools, educational institutions, and community providers is vital. These collaborations enrich our curriculum, enhance professional development for our staff, and ultimately support the best possible outcomes for our pupils. By working together, we share expertise, strengthen teaching practices, and create meaningful learning experiences. Our partnerships also benefit the organisations we collaborate with, providing them with opportunities to work in and with an innovative and high-quality educational setting.
Our Key Partnerships
The Willow Learning Trust
As a proud member of The Willow Learning Trust, we work closely with both Abbey Primary School and Glenthorne High School. Our collaboration with Abbey Primary allows subject leaders to strengthen their curriculum areas and year groups to co-develop outstanding lessons. We also participate in cross-school moderation to maintain high standards. At Glenthorne High School, we benefit from specialist teaching, particularly in Modern Foreign Languages (MFL), which enhances our curriculum provision.
Sean McInnes Sports Coaching (SMSC)
SMSC is based at our school and provides high-quality PE coaching, ensuring our pupils engage in dynamic and stimulating physical education. Their coaches also enhance our lunchtime provision, promoting active and structured play opportunities for all children.
Merton Schools Sports Partnership (MSSP)
Through MSSP, we access expert PE coaching and specialist CPD for our staff. This ensures our teachers continually develop their skills, leading to high-quality PE lessons for our pupils.
Merton Special Training Association (MSTA)
MSTA delivers part of their training courses at Aragon Primary School. Trainee teachers and professionals from local schools visit us to observe our high-quality teaching and learn from our best practice.
Teacher Training – Sutton SCITT
Aragon Primary School is a hub for Initial Teacher Training (ITT) through Sutton SCITT. Our trainee teachers gain hands-on experience in our classrooms, learning from our expert practitioners.
Teacher Training – Roehampton University
We work closely with Roehampton University, regularly hosting their trainee teachers, who benefit from our high standards of teaching and mentoring.
NESCOT College
Students from NESCOT College complete placements in our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) setting, learning from our outstanding practitioners and gaining essential hands-on experience in early childhood education.
Wandle Teaching School
We serve as a hub for Merton’s Early Career Teachers (ECTs), who attend regular training sessions led by Mr Gilbert. These sessions provide vital professional development to support the next generation of teachers. Additionally, Miss Pearce works with the Wandle Teaching School as a Literacy Specialist, providing support to local schools in developing their phonics provision.
Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL)
Our partnership with OPAL ensures that our lunchtime provision is engaging and enriching for all pupils. Working closely with OPAL mentors, we continuously develop and enhance our outdoor play opportunities.
Merton Local Authority
While we are part of The Willow Learning Trust, we remain actively engaged with Merton Local Authority. We participate in their training programmes and frequently serve as a host school for borough-wide professional development sessions, supporting the wider educational community.
King’s College Wimbledon
Through their outreach programme, our Year 5 children regularly attend gifted and talented enrichment sessions in maths, drama, and performance. We also participate in their Connect Programme, which supports pupil premium children in gaining access to schools requiring entrance exams.
Raynes Park High School (RPHS)
We work closely with RPHS, regularly visiting their school to participate in various learning experiences and use their excellent facilities. Our children benefit from DT workshops, cooking and nutrition sessions, sports activities, and STEM-focused learning.
Wimbledon Dons
We actively support the Wimbledon Dons food bank, collecting food donations to help those in need. This initiative began during lockdown and has continued to grow, strengthening our community links and instilling a sense of social responsibility in our pupils.
Local Religious Links
We work closely with local religious communities, including Emmanuel Church, St Martin’s Church, The Baitul Futuh Mosque, and Morden Park Baptist Church. Our children regularly visit these religious sites for events such as carol concerts and enriching, interactive events such as 'The Christmas Journey', as well as to deepen their understanding of Christianity and Islam. Rev. Ken Franklin and Vicar David Ruddick also deliver regular assemblies, further enriching our pupils' spiritual and cultural education.
By fostering these valuable partnerships, we enhance the educational experience of our pupils, provide exceptional professional development for our staff, and contribute to the broader educational landscape. Together, we are stronger, and our collective efforts ensure that Aragon Primary School continues to thrive as a centre of excellence in education.