top of page
Sutton In Craven Community Primary School

Our News
Also see our school Facebook Page
Search


Cross Country Running Success
Our KS2 sporting competitions are off to a fantastic start! A group of our pupils represented the school brilliantly at the Craven Cross Country event, hosted at South Craven School. We're thrilled to announce that four children have qualified for the Partnership Final later this term. Congratulations on your great running – we can't wait to see how you get on at the next stage! A huge thank you to Mrs Whitehead for organising the children at this event, and to Miss Baldwin,
Oct 51 min read


Macmillan Coffee Afternoon
A huge thank you to everyone who supported our annual Macmillan Coffee Afternoon earlier this term. Your incredible generosity raised £655 for this very worthy cause. Whether you donated delicious baked goods, bought a raffle ticket, or simply joined us for a hot drink and a slice of cake, every contribution made a real difference. Events like these are vital for charities like Macmillan, but they're also so much more than fundraising. Coming together as a community allows us
Oct 51 min read


Forensic Science
Back in June, Year 6 had a thrilling experience recently at the Forensic Science event, putting their science skills to the test to determine who the culprit was! The children worked like real forensic scientists, analysing evidence, examining clues and using their scientific knowledge to solve the mystery. It was fantastic to see them applying their learning in such an engaging, practical way and working collaboratively to crack the case. The enthusiasm and determination the
Oct 51 min read


Year 3 visit to Cliffe Castle
Year 3 had a fantastic visit to Cliffe Castle recently to experience all things Ancient Egyptian! The children travelled on the service bus to Keighley, which was an adventure in itself, and once there they immersed themselves in the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt. They learned how to mummify a body – and shared this in great detail on their return to school! – as well as exploring the wonderful Egyptian artefacts and exhibits at the museum. The children's curiosity, enth
Oct 51 min read


Cricket Success
We are incredibly proud to celebrate the outstanding success of our Y5/6 Girls Cricket team, who made it through to the finals at Harrogate – what an incredible achievement! Throughout the competition, the girls demonstrated exemplary sportsmanship, resilience and determination, representing our school with pride and showing exactly what it means to embody our school values. Their teamwork, positive attitude and commitment to supporting one another were truly inspiring to wat
Oct 51 min read


Haworth Trip
In June, Year 5 had a wonderful and very successful trip to Haworth recently, immersing themselves in the rich literary history right on our doorstep. The children had the exciting experience of travelling on the steam train, which was a real highlight of the day, before participating in an engaging workshop and tour of the Brontë Parsonage. It was a fantastic opportunity for our pupils to see some real history in this beautiful location and bring their learning to life. The
Oct 51 min read


Sports Day
Despite the threat of rain looming overhead, we had another successful Sports Day on Thursday and were delighted to welcome so many parents and family members who came along to support the children. The atmosphere was fantastic, and it was wonderful to see our pupils giving their absolute best in every event, demonstrating determination, teamwork and excellent sportsmanship throughout the day. A huge thank you to all the staff who made this event possible – your hard work, or
Oct 51 min read


High Adventure Residential
We're delighted to celebrate the outstanding success of our Year 4 pupils who recently returned from their two- night residential adventure at High Adventure. The children were an absolute credit to themselves and to our school, demonstrating resilience, independence and teamwork throughout their stay. From tackling new challenges to supporting one another, our Year 4s showed maturity beyond their years and embraced every opportunity to step outside their comfort zones. It wa
Mar 151 min read


Young Voices
On Thursday 12th February Sutton CP School’s KS2 Choir had an unforgettable experience at the Young Voices concert, held at Co-op Live Manchester. Taking part in the world-renowned event, the children showed incredible energy and enthusiasm from start to finish. Their excitement was clear as they joined over 8000 other young singers, creating a powerful and uplifting atmosphere inside the arena. Thank you to all the children, parents and staff who supported this fantastic nig
Mar 151 min read
Emergency Works on School Perimeter Wall
I am writing to inform you about essential emergency repair works that will be taking place on the perimeter wall at Sutton-in-Craven Community Primary School. Work Details: Start Date: Monday 16th February 2026 Expected Duration: Up to 4 weeks (weather permitting) Nature of Works: Emergency repairs to the school's perimeter wall Important Information About Parking: We would like to advise all residents that parking directly outside the school during this period is not re
Feb 121 min read


Children In Need
Children in Need fundraiser 2025! We’ve had a lovely and fun-filled day enjoying our Children in Need activities and are very proud to announce that we have raised an outstanding… £769!! A huge thank you to all you wonderful parents for your contributions!! A massive thank you to all our fabulous children who made the day so enjoyable!! An enormous thank you to our amazing team of staff for their efforts and support!!
Nov 14, 20251 min read


Remembrance Day
Today we paid our respects for those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The whole school attended a ceremony at Sutton Cenotaph, along with other local primary schools and members of the local community. We are very proud of all of our fabulous children for showing their utmost respect, throughout the whole service.
Nov 13, 20251 min read


Bonfire Night.
In Reception we have been busy learning all about Bonfire Night. We have been firefighters, created firework art and loved the chocolate sparklers! We welcomed our local PCSO's, Tina and Alice, to talk about bonfire safety and keeping safe in the dark evenings. Well done everyone, what a fabulous week!
Nov 5, 20251 min read


Reception Visit
Our Reception class had a wonderful treat when they welcomed Jed from Craven Museum to teach them all about homes from the past. The children were absolutely fascinated as they explored a collection of historical household objects, including a washboard, kettle and candlestick, whilst learning how people used these items in their daily lives long ago. Well done, Reception, you were a credit to the school and we're so pleased you enjoyed this enriching experience!
Oct 16, 20251 min read


KS2 Pinnacle Walk
On Monday 14th July, KS2 enjoyed a fantastic walk to Cowling Pinnacle.
Jul 15, 20251 min read


Year 4 Bowling Visit
On Tuesday, our Year 4 pupils enjoyed a fantastic morning at Sutton Bowling Club. The children were warmly welcomed by club volunteers,...
Jul 3, 20251 min read
Claim Free School Meals
With many families facing financial hardship as the cost of living increases, we are doing all that we can to ensure that every family...
Jun 13, 20251 min read
Upcoming Events
- Non-uniform DayFri 06 NovBD20 7ES
- Open Event for September 2027 Reception placesWed 11 NovBD20 7ES
- Open Event for September 2027 Reception PlacesSat 14 NovBD20 7ES
- Visiting Pantomine - whole schoolMon 23 NovSouth Craven Baptist Church
- Christmas FairFri 04 DecBD20 7ES

bottom of page