Rise to
the Challenge

Welcome to Foxton

I am incredibly proud to be the headteacher of Foxton Primary School. Situated on the edge of Market Harborough, Foxton is a small rural primary school surrounded by beautiful countryside. The Foxton motto – 'rise to the challenge' - is palpable in our mission to empower every child to leave school with the knowledge, skills and compassion to make a positive difference to society. Traditional values of courage, respect and responsibility are our golden threads as we deliver an education fit for the challenges of the 21st century. 

George Norman
Headteacher

Latest News

  • After their day at the Mini Olympics, Otters are writing about their favourite bits of the day! #RiseToTheChallenge

  • Fastest girl in Year 4! #SmashedIt #TeamFoxton #RiseToTheChallenge

  • Smashing it at the Mini Olympics #RiseToTheChallenge

  • Fox Cubs made Hardtack, a dry hard cracker that pirates ate. It was inexpensive and long lasting- but not very tasty! #RiseToTheChallenge

  • Today, we were thrilled to welcome Bill Gilmour – Symphony Learning Trust Member, Trustee, and former airline pilot – as part of our topic enrichment. His visit was truly inspiring, and the children were captivated by his incredible stories and experience. Thank you so much, Bill, for making it such a memorable day!

  • Eating peas fresh from our plants today! #RiseToTheChallenge

  • In the forest school! #RiseToTheChallenge

  • Year One exploring mass practically before their classroom work. They talked about which of their found objects were heavier and which were lighter #RiseToTheChallenge

  • Year 5 having a blast at Welland Park! #RiseToTheChallenge

  • The joy of playing with water on a hot day! #RiseToTheChallenge

  • Child-led exploration in the creative area. This Japanese art form is called kirigami, an art form that involves both folding and cutting #RiseToTheChallenge

  • We're proud to have received another Certificate of Excellence in the Pearson National Teaching Awards for Primary School of the Year – Making a Difference. For me, this is a moment to pause and appreciate the incredible team that makes Foxton what it is. To our brilliant teachers and wonderful support staff thank you. You bring our values to life and #RiseToTheChallenge every single day. This one's for you. - Mr Norman #Courage #Respect #Responsibility #TheFoxtonWay #TeamFoxton

  • Crafting and making memories #RiseToTheChallenge

  • When the world is black and white, make your own rainbow #RiseToTheChallenge

  • Another gloriously chilled playtime in the sun! #RiseToTheChallenge

  • Releasing the butterflies! #RiseToTheChallenge

  • May Newsletter

    Dear Parents and Carers, I hope this newsletter finds you well. With Easter falling late this year, it’s been a relatively short half-term – but my goodness, we’ve managed to pack a lot into it! First of all, a huge well done to our Year 6 children, who completed their SATs w...

  • March Newsletter

    Dear Parents and Carers, It's been a fantastic few weeks at school, and I'm excited to share some of our latest news and upcoming events as we head towards Easter. Before I begin, I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who contributed to our JustGiving page in support of our staff mem...

  • February Newsletter

    Dear Parents and Carers, Welcome back! We hope everyone had a well-earned rest over half-term. It’s been lovely hearing the children’s stories of exciting trips away and the fantastic activities they’ve been up to. Last term seemed to fly by, but we certainly packed in plenty of...

  • January Newsletter

    Dear Parents and Carers, Welcome back, and a very Happy New Year to you all! I hope you had a restful and enjoyable holiday. It has been wonderful to see the children return with such enthusiasm, ready for the term ahead. We were even treated to a touch of snow as we returned, albeit briefly, whi...

Calendar

  • Mon 30 Jun 25

    WPA Transition Day

    All Day

  • Tue 01 Jul 25

    WPA Transition Day

    All Day

  • Tue 01 Jul 25

    RSA Transition Day

    All Day

  • Tue 01 Jul 25

    Foxton 'Moving Up' Morning

    9:30am – 12:00pm

  • Thu 03 Jul 25

    Year 5 & 6 Production

    All Day

  • Tue 08 Jul 25

    Last Day of Term

    All Day

  • Tue 08 Jul 25

    Sports Awards & Leavers' Service

    2:00pm

  • Wed 09 Jul 25

    Staff Training - School Closed

    All Day

  • Thu 21 Aug 25

    Teacher Day

    All Day

  • Fri 22 Aug 25

    Teacher Day

    All Day

  • Mon 25 Aug 25

    School Closed - Bank Holiday

    All Day

  • Tue 26 Aug 25

    School Opens

    8:50am

  • Mon 30 Jun 25

    WPA Transition Day

    All Day

  • Tue 01 Jul 25

    WPA Transition Day

    All Day

  • Tue 01 Jul 25

    RSA Transition Day

    All Day

  • Tue 01 Jul 25

    Foxton 'Moving Up' Morning

    9:30am – 12:00pm

  • Thu 03 Jul 25

    Year 5 & 6 Production

    All Day

    Performances at 2pm and 6.30pm

  • Tue 08 Jul 25

    Last Day of Term

    All Day

  • Tue 08 Jul 25

    Sports Awards & Leavers' Service

    2:00pm

  • Wed 09 Jul 25

    Staff Training - School Closed

    All Day

  • Thu 21 Aug 25

    Teacher Day

    All Day

  • Fri 22 Aug 25

    Teacher Day

    All Day

  • Mon 25 Aug 25

    School Closed - Bank Holiday

    All Day

  • Tue 26 Aug 25

    School Opens

    8:50am