Welcome to John Rankin Schools—we are delighted that you are joining our family. This page has been designed to give you a helpful introduction to John Rankin school life and to support you as you get started.

Useful Links

Please explore our website for lots of useful information to help you and your child get prepared for starting at John Rankin Schools.

Wrap around care – This is in very high demand and we encourage you to apply via our wrap around care page as early as possible.
School uniform – Our uniform page will help ensure you are prepared for your child’s first day with us.
The school day – An overview of timings of the school day, traveling to school and collection information.
Getting Set Up page – The external platforms we use for trip and wrap around care payments and home learning.
Lunches, snacks and milk – Information on school lunches, free milk for 4 year olds and snacks at school can be found here.
Tapestry – This is the platform used for keeping you up to date with your child’s development and achievements whilst at school.
Forms – Forms to complete if your child needs medication in school or you wish to apply for term time absence.
Safeguarding – Safeguarding information.
PPG and FSM – Information about PPG and FSM and how to apply.
Purple Learning – A guide to Purple Learning at our school.
Forest School – Information about Forest School at John Rankin.
SEND – Special Education Needs & Disability information.
Pastoral – Information on the pastoral support we offer.
FAQ page – This covers all those smaller questions that pop into your head in the middle of the night!