Community
At St Martin’s, we are proud of the strong sense of community that underpins school life. We believe that education is most effective when it is built on positive, trusting partnerships between pupils, families, staff, governors, the parish and the wider community. Working together ensures that every child feels supported, valued and able to flourish.
As a Catholic school, our faith is central to everything we do. It shapes our values, informs our decisions and guides our actions. Through our shared faith, we foster a caring, respectful and inclusive environment in which all members of the school community are welcomed and encouraged to live out Gospel values in their daily lives.
We work closely with our parish and benefit from strong links with local organisations and charities. These partnerships enrich the curriculum, broaden pupils’ experiences and help children to understand their role in serving others and contributing positively to the world around them.
Parents and carers play a vital role in the life of the school. Through regular communication, shared events and opportunities to engage with learning and wider school activities, we actively encourage families to be involved in their children’s education and personal development.
We are committed to continually strengthening these relationships and welcome the ideas, involvement and support of our whole community as we work together to ensure the very best outcomes for all pupils.
Working with other schools
St Martin’s plays an active role within the local Catholic Cluster of primary schools. Through this partnership, schools work collaboratively to undertake standardised moderation, ensuring consistency, accuracy and shared high expectations for pupils’ learning and outcomes. The cluster also provides opportunities for pupils to participate in inter-school sporting events, helping children to recognise that they are part of a wider Catholic community and to build positive relationships beyond their own school.
In addition, St Martin’s is a member of the North Caversham Cluster, a group of local schools that work together to provide mutual support and professional collaboration. Staff meet regularly across subject areas to share expertise, strengthen curriculum design and develop effective practice. These well-established networks are purposeful and efficient, and they contribute positively to the quality of teaching and learning across the school.
St Martin’s is also a member of the Reading Sports Partnership. Through this partnership, pupils take part in a wide range of inter-school sporting events designed to inspire, enrich and motivate participation in physical activity. Opportunities are inclusive and accessible to all pupils, ensuring that every child is able to participate, develop confidence and experience the benefits of teamwork, competition and personal achievement.
