Welcome to St. Matthew's Church of England Primary School
Welcome to St Matthew’s! I am really pleased that you have come across our new website which will give you a flavour of who we are and what we are about.
We are a ‘church school for the whole community’ rich in our diversity. We are an inclusive school community bringing together families from a wide range of economic, social, ethnic and faith backgrounds. This is one of the things that makes it so special.
The school is tucked away at the end of Wood Lane almost in the shade of St Matthew’s Church. This is our parish church and we have strong links with the church community. We are inspired and motivated by the school’s Christian ethos and values. A verse in the bible that resonates with us is; “Let your light shine before others” (Matthew 5:16) which reminds us of the part each of us must play as part of our school community.
We view your child’s educational journey as a joint venture, involving us all – children, parents, staff, governors and the wider community. We seek to depend on your co-operation and support in this partnership so that, together, we can provide the best for every child.
If you are new to the school then we already have something in common! I became the new headteacher in September 2025 and am delighted to be here having previously been head of another school within Leeds Diocesan Learning Trust.
Our enthusiastic and talented team have a track record of providing children with a smooth transition into school and we can assure you of our determination to meet the individual needs of every one of them.
On my first visit I was so struck by the warmth, welcome and engagement of this community… I am sure you will be too. I look forward to meeting you soon.
Mr A Graham
Headteacher
News & Events
Calendar
Year 1 Meet the Teacher Session
3.15 -3.45
Monday 14th September 2026
Year 4 Meet the Teacher Session/Residential Meeting
5.00
Tuesday 15th September 2026
Year 1 Reading/Phonics Workshop
9.00
Wednesday 16th September 2026
Year 3 Meet the Teacher Session
3.15 -3.45
Wednesday 16th September 2026
Year 5 Meet the Teacher Session
3.15 -3.45
Monday 21st September 2026
Year 2 Meet the Teacher Session
3.15-3.45
Tuesday 22nd September 2026
Reception Reading/Phonics Workshop
9.00
Wednesday 23rd September 2026
Year 6 Meet the Teacher Session/Residential Meeting
5.00
Monday 28th September 2026
Year 2 Reading/Phonics Workshop
9.00
Wednesday 30th September 2026
2.30-3.00 RSM Stay and Play
Monday 5th October 2026
2.30-3.00 RHS Stay and Play
Tuesday 6th October 2026
Tempest Photograph in (Individual Photographs)
Tuesday 13th October 2026
School Medical Team in – Year 6 National Child Measurement Programme
Wednesday 14th October 2026
Parents' Evening
3.30 -6.30
Thursday 15th October 2026
Open Morning
9.30 -11.00
Saturday 17th October 2026
Harvest Festival in St. Matthew’s Church
9.30 Rec/Key Stage 1
10.30 Key Stage 2
Monday 19th October 2026
Parents’ Evening
3.30 -6.30
Tuesday 20th October
Year 3 trip to Skelton Grange
Tuesday 20th October 2026
Year 3 trip to Skelton Grange
Thursday 22nd October
Non-Uniform Day
Friday 23rd October 2026
Break up for half term holiday
at 3.15PM
Friday 23rd October 2026
Children back to school
Monday 2nd November 2026
SEND Coffee Morning
Thursday 5th November 2026
Open Morning
9.30 -11.00
Thursday 12th November 2026
Open Morning
9.30 -11.00
Tuesday 17th November 2026
Staff Training Day
Children not in school
Friday 20th November 2026
School Medical Team in – Seasonal Flu Programme
Friday 27th November 2026
Reception/Key Stage 1 Nativity
at 2.15
Thursday 10th December 2026
Reception/Key Stage 1 Nativity
At 9.30
Friday 11th December 2026
Reception and Key Stage 1 Christmas Party
Tuesday 15th December 2026
Year 5 and 6 Party
Tuesday 15th December 2026
Year 3 and 4 Christmas Party
Wednesday 16th December 2026
Carol Service in St. Matthew ’s Church (KS2 Only)
at 2pm
Thursday 17th December 2026
Break up for Christmas holiday
at 3.15PM
Friday 18th December 2026
Staff Training Day
Children not in school
Monday 4th January 2027
Children back to school
Tuesday 5th January 2027
Break up for half term holiday
at 3.15PM
Friday 12th February 2027
Children back to school
Monday 22nd February 2027
LDLT Training Day
Children not in school
Friday 19th March 2027
Break up for Easter bank holiday weekend
at 3.15PM
Thursday 25th March 2027
Children back to school
Tuesday 30th March 2027
Break up for Easter holiday
at 3.15PM
Friday 2nd April 2027
Children back to school
Monday 19th April 2027
May bank holiday
School closed
Monday 3rd May 2027
Break up for half term holiday
at 3.15PM
Friday 4th May 2027
Training Day
Children not in school
Monday 7th June 2027
Break up for holidays
at 3.15PM
Thursday 22nd July 2027
Children back to school
Tuesday 8th June 2027
Year 1 Meet the Teacher Session
3.15 -3.45
Monday 14th September 2026
