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St Francis Xavier School

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St Francis Xavier School Logo
  • Our School
    • About us
      • Welcome from the Headteacher
      • Mission, Ethos & Values
      • Our Prospectus
      • Our Staff
      • Our Trust
      • Vacancies
    • Faith Life
      • Collective Worship
      • Our Parishes
      • School Prayers
    • Governance
      • Link Governance Framework & Toolkit
      • Interested in Being a Governor
      • Governor Handbook
      • Governing Body Membership
      • Governing Body Meeting Attendance & Interests
      • Memorandum of Understanding
      • Code of Conduct for Governors
  • Parents & Pupils
    • Key Information
      • Admissions
      • Apply for Free School Meals
      • Attendance
      • Careers Information
      • Enrichment Activities
      • Further Information
      • Holiday Request Form
      • Mental Health & Wellbeing
      • Ofsted & Diocesan Reports
      • Ofsted Parents View
      • Policies
      • Prevent Duty
      • Pupil Premium
      • Returning to School
      • Safeguarding & Child Protection
      • School Meals
      • School Uniform
      • Special Educational Needs & Disability Provision
      • Teaching School Hub
      • Timing of the School Day
    • Curriuculum
      • British values
      • Curriculum Overview
      • Reading
      • Teaching and Learning
    • News & Events
      • Newsletters & Publications
      • School Calendar
      • Term Dates
      • Trust Events Calendar
  • Statutory
St Francis Xavier School Logo
  • Our School
    • About us
      • Welcome from the Headteacher
      • Mission, Ethos & Values
      • Our Prospectus
      • Our Staff
      • Our Trust
      • Vacancies
    • Faith Life
      • Collective Worship
      • Our Parishes
      • School Prayers
    • Governance
      • Link Governance Framework & Toolkit
      • Interested in Being a Governor
      • Governor Handbook
      • Governing Body Membership
      • Governing Body Meeting Attendance & Interests
      • Memorandum of Understanding
      • Code of Conduct for Governors
  • Parents & Pupils
    • Key Information
      • Admissions
      • Apply for Free School Meals
      • Attendance
      • Careers Information
      • Enrichment Activities
      • Further Information
      • Holiday Request Form
      • Mental Health & Wellbeing
      • Ofsted & Diocesan Reports
      • Ofsted Parents View
      • Policies
      • Prevent Duty
      • Pupil Premium
      • Returning to School
      • Safeguarding & Child Protection
      • School Meals
      • School Uniform
      • Special Educational Needs & Disability Provision
      • Teaching School Hub
      • Timing of the School Day
    • Curriuculum
      • British values
      • Curriculum Overview
      • Reading
      • Teaching and Learning
    • News & Events
      • Newsletters & Publications
      • School Calendar
      • Term Dates
      • Trust Events Calendar
  • Statutory

Teaching and Learning

At St Francis Xavier School we believe that every child deserves the chance to reach their full potential, flourish with their unique God-given talents, develop their character and excel in all they do. Learning sits at the heart of St Francis Xavier School. Teachers work collaboratively to continually develop their practice to deliver a high-quality learning experience for students, guided by students’ needs and the evolving curriculum.  We aim to inspire students to become lifelong learners who value and shape their world for the better.

‘Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord’ Colossians 3:23

High-quality teaching and learning takes place in the classroom, with the classroom teacher expertly imparting knowledge and skills in an engaging and motivational way. We teach in such a way that students know more and remember more, gaining knowledge to understand key concepts and ideas.

In this section

  • CPD
  • Disciplinary Literacy
  • Evidence Informed Practices: Curriculum
  • Evidence Informed Practices: Classroom
  • Feedback
  • Homework
  • Robust QA

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🌟 Careers Marketplace Success! 🌟

On Tuesday, our Year 9 and Year 10 students took part in an exciting Careers Marketplace event, giving them the chance to meet and speak with professionals from a wide range of industries.
Students asked insightful questions about career pathways, the world of work, and what day-to-day life is really like in different professions. It was a fantastic opportunity for them to explore future possibilities, gain valuable advice, and learn about the many routes available to them after school.

The event was a huge success, with students fully engaged throughout and thoroughly enjoying the experience.

A massive thank you to ConocoPhillips, Browns of Richmond, St Mary's RC Primary School, The Georgian Theatre, Purple Creative Studio, the Royal Air Force, the Royal Navy, and North Yorkshire Police for sharing their expertise, inspiring our students, and helping to make the day so memorable.

👏 Thank you for investing in the future of our young people!
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⭐ Well done Matthew, Rona, Tobias, Kayan & Jacob who were all this fortnights 100% attendance winners! Don't forget it re sets each time so there are plenty of opportunities to be in it to win it! ⭐ ... See MoreSee Less

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SFX 2 - We are aware that this bus is late due to an accident in Leyburn. Students need to stay at their bus stop as they will be collected from there. Any Year 11 History students do not need to worry about being late in. ... See MoreSee Less

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Darlington Road, Richmond, DL10 7DA

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St FrancisXavier School

St Francis Xavier School
Darlington Road, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 7DA

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Executive Headteacher: Mr M Burns

Head of School: Mrs J Prime

School Office and Enquiries: Mrs H Harland

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