Exciting news!

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our school has officially been named a Voice 21 Centre of Excellence for our amazing work in oracy!

It has been an incredible journey since 2019 to properly recognise the power of spoken language within our curriculum. Over the years, you’ve probably heard your children chatting about our 'Speak Out Steps', sharing stories through 'Talk and Tales', enjoying 'Dine and Dialogue' at lunchtime, and developing their 'University Voices' in 'Talk Worships' to help them confidently secure brilliant jobs in the future.

A massive well done and congratulations to all our wonderful children and dedicated staff for making this happen!

Keep your eyes peeled for our shiny new Centre of Excellence logo going up outside the school very soon, which will be followed by a brand-new celebration video dropping on our socials. Don't forget to follow us on TikTok and Instagram (@staidansbburn) so you don't miss out on seeing our pupils' brilliant voices in action!

Mrs Harrison

Voice 21 Centre of Excellence 2026 letter