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Coulsdon and Purley Prize Winners Concert
Representatives of the infant and junior choirs and string group attended the Coulsdon and Purley Prize Winners Concert on Friday, to pick up their awards. We were very proud of the children-their behaviour was impeccable during the concert and the Junior Choir were described as 'magnificent' in their performance by a retired secondary Head of Music who was in the audience.
Music Success at the Coulsdon and Purley Festival
The Infant and Junior Choirs and the String Group have had a great month at the Coulsdon and Purley festival.
St Elphege’s named as 47th best primary school in the country!
We are absolutely delighted to announce that St Elphege’s has been named as one of the very best primary schools in the UK. In the newly released list of The Times 1001 Best Primary Schools, St Elphege’s has achieved a fantastic ranking of 47th in the country. This prestigious league table ranks schools based on their academic performance and SATs results, placing us comfortably within the top tier of primary education providers nationwide. To be recognised in the top 50 out of thousands of schools across the country is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the dedication of our entire school community. A huge congratulations to everyone who helps make St Elphege’s such a wonderful place to learn and grow. This national recognition is something we can all be incredibly proud of!
Executive Headteacher's Welcome
May I take this opportunity to welcome you to our community and to thank you for choosing The Federation of St Elphege's RC Infant and Junior Schools.
We are an expanding school of approximately 750 pupils and provide education for children from the age of three to eleven. The school opened in 1969 and recently celebrated it's 50th anniversary. It is a successful and inclusive school.
At the heart of our school life and curriculum is our Mission Statement. It colours all our aims and is reflected in the day-to-day running of our school.
The staff and the Chairman of Governors, Mr Tom Tamplin and the governing body of the school look forward to meeting you. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us.
Martin Jones
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Our Mission Statement
'With God all things are possible.'
With the help of God’s love, St Elphege’s RC Infant and Junior Schools will seek to develop the whole child. Each child is uniquely created and precious to God and it is our mission, guided by the Holy Spirit, to nurture each child’s spiritual, moral and academic growth.
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History of St Elphege
St. Elphege was born around 953 in England and entered monastic life as a young man, eventually becoming abbot of Bath and later Bishop of Winchester. Known for his piety, charity, and leadership, he was appointed Archbishop of Canterbury in 1006. At a time when England was under threat from Viking invasions, Elphege remained with his people, offering them spiritual and material support. In 1011, Viking raiders captured him during their attack on Canterbury. Though held for ransom, Elphege refused to allow his people to pay a large sum for his freedom, unwilling to burden them further. As a result, he was brutally martyred in 1012—stoned to death by his captors. His courage, selflessness, and fidelity to his flock made him one of England’s most revered early saints.
