Rookery School
Headteacher’s Welcome
At Rookery School, every child is known, valued and encouraged to become a confident, curious and resilient learner. We are proud of our diverse community and of the ambitious, creative learning experiences that help our children flourish.
A School Where Every Child Can Flourish
Rookery School is a welcoming and ambitious community where children are encouraged to enjoy learning, develop confidence and achieve highly. We combine high expectations with strong relationships and carefully planned support so that pupils feel secure, included and ready to take on new challenges.
Our diverse community is one of our greatest strengths. Through an ambitious curriculum, meaningful experiences and close partnership with families, we help children develop the knowledge, character and independence they need to succeed at Rookery and beyond.
A warm welcome to Rookery
Rookery is a vibrant, multicultural school in the heart of Handsworth. Our children bring a wonderful range of experiences, languages, ideas and talents to school, and we believe this diversity makes our community stronger.
We want every child to feel safe, happy and included, while being challenged to achieve their very best. High expectations sit alongside strong pastoral care, positive relationships and a curriculum designed to develop the whole child.
Learning that goes beyond the classroom
Children at Rookery learn through carefully planned teaching, first-hand experiences, educational visits, outdoor learning, specialist teaching and creative projects. Our facilities and wider opportunities help children connect their learning with the world around them and develop confidence, independence and a genuine enthusiasm for learning.
Working together
Families are an essential part of school life. We value open communication and work in partnership with parents and carers so that children receive the support, encouragement and opportunities they need to thrive.
Our values of Respect, Resilience and Responsibility can be seen throughout school life. They help children understand how to learn well, care for others, make positive choices and contribute to their community.
Looking to the future
We want Rookery children to leave us as knowledgeable, articulate and compassionate young people who are ready for the next stage of their education. Above all, we want them to believe in themselves and understand that effort, determination and kindness can take them a long way.
We hope this website gives you a real sense of Rookery. Families considering the school are warmly invited to visit us and experience our community for themselves.
Working Together to Help Every Child Thrive
Strong partnerships between home and school are at the heart of everything we do. By working together, we create the best possible opportunities for every child to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.