Welcome to Red Barn Primary School
At Red Barn Primary School, our children are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to delivering the very best for each and every child, ensuring they thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Our unique, child-centered approach to learning is guided by our core values: Teamwork, Creativity, Perseverance, Engagement, Resilience, and Independence. These values are woven into every aspect of school life, helping our children develop a strong sense of pride, respect, and responsibility for themselves and others.
We are delighted to announce we have been graded as OUTSTANDING in our recent OFSTED inspection!
Latest News
Summer Reading Challenge
The Summer Reading Challenge is now open!
You can sign up to take part online on the Summer Reading Challenge website or at your local library.
Don't forget to bring your certificates into school in September!
Family Events in Fareham in July and August
Fareham Community Showcase, West St, Fareham – Saturday 5th July 10am-4pm
Organised by Community First. Featuring a variety of stalls, entertainment, and activities, the event offers local organisations a unique opportunity to connect with residents, attract new volunteers, and fundraise, all while celebrating the incredible community spirit of Fareham.
Fareham’s Big Weekend, Fareham Town Centre – Saturday 12th 10am-6pm and 13th July 10am-4pm
Organised by FBC in partnership with organisations around the town centre. From Fareham Shopping Centre to the waterfront, from Fareham Leisure Centre to Fareham Live, partner organisations and businesses across Fareham will be coming together to put on a huge variety of events and activities to showcase just how much the town has to offer.
More details at www.fareham.gov.uk/bigweekend
Fareham Food Festival, West St, Fareham – Saturday 19th July 11am-6pm
Organised by Grub & Groove Events. A selection of food stalls, street food and bars with live music along the pedestrianised area of Fareham Town Centre.
Play at the Podium, West St, Fareham – every Thursday from 7th-28th August 11am-1pm
Organised by FBC. Free Childrens activities at the Performance Podium. Each week there will be a main activity (7th August – Circus Skills, 14th - Crazy M, 21st - Puppet show and 28th - Interactive Story Telling) alongside these activities there will be Arts and Crafts being offered by Craft Makery to get involved with and Hair Braiding. This will be a hub of fun and activity in the heart of the town during the Summer Holidays.
Pop up gym equipment on West St, Fareham – 11th-25th August
There will be static outdoor gym equipment including a Crosstrainer, spinning bike, recumbent bike, arm bike. Suitable for 13yrs and over. Free to use.
Play Day, Holly Hill Woodland Park - Wednesday 13th August 11am-3:30pm
Organised by FBC. The Play Day event offers a range of woodland themed activities for all the family. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic and enjoy a day in the woods, with activities such as den building, woodland crafts and more! This year children can make a jellyfish, hedgehog collage, bird feeder and a leaf puppet. Hampshire Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, Bird Aware Solent, Hampshire Healthy Families, Hampshire Healthy Steps and Let’s Talk Fareham Roadshow will also be in attendance.
Tickets must be booked in advance (£3 for 3yrs and over).
More info on how to book is here www.fareham.gov.uk/playday
Castle Early Birds Holiday Club at Portchester Community School
Castle Early Birds Holiday Club at Portchester Community School have free holiday club places for children eligible for benefit-related Free School Meals through the HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) Programme.
Book online at www.castleearlybirds.com
Health Visiting & School Nursing Parent Information Portal
Free Courses for Parents this Summer
Please see the attached leaflet for free courses for parents through Hampshire Libraries.
To book a course please visit the Hampshire Libraries website or e-mail learninginlibraires@hants.gov.uk to be added to a course waiting list.
