Moorland School
Nurturing Young Minds
Seeing our students as an extension of our own family is paramount in the levels of success and happiness we deliver. We actively encourage warmth and respect for all and ensure that we celebrate success at every opportunity. We strive to support cultural differences whilst maintaining a traditional approach to education.
We understand that every child is unique and this should be reflected in their learning journey. We prepare our students academically and socially in preparation for successful and fulfilling lives.
Education
Helping Children Reach Their Full Potential
As a non-selective independent school, we enrol children based upon their behaviour which allows us to ensure that all children learn in a happy environment.
Children are fully assessed when they join Moorland to help us identify any educational differences or special requirements for individual learning styles. We also aim to identify all areas of strength within students. This allows us to deliver teaching that allows each student to reach their academic potential.
What's News
Articles & News
A sneaky glimpse behind the scenes… 📸
We recently welcomed back @natural.light.photos to Junior School to capture a little of what makes life at Moorland so special.
From learning in the classroom to friendships, creativity and those everyday moments in between, we can’t wait to share more from our most recent shoot. 🤍
These beautiful new images will soon be appearing across our updated website and Junior School prospectus, giving families a real glimpse into life at Moorland.
For now, just a little sneak peek… 👀✨
#ribblevalley #clitheroe #privateschool
A sneaky glimpse behind the scenes… 📸
We recently welcomed back @natural.light.photos to Junior School to capture a little of what makes life at Moorland so special.
From learning in the classroom to friendships, creativity and those everyday moments in between, we can’t wait to share more from our most recent shoot. 🤍
These beautiful new images will soon be appearing across our updated website and Junior School prospectus, giving families a real glimpse into life at Moorland.
For now, just a little sneak peek… 👀✨
#ribblevalley #clitheroe #privateschool
✨ Discover Moorland Junior School ✨
Choosing the right school for your child is such an important decision and sometimes the best way to know if a school feels right is simply to come and experience it for yourself 💙
Join us for our Open Day on Saturday 10th October, 10am-2pm, and discover what makes Moorland Junior School such a special place to learn, grow and belong.
At Moorland, we are proud to offer small class sizes, dedicated and inspiring teachers, enriching opportunities and experiences and a nurturing environment where every child is truly known, valued and encouraged to thrive.
Come and explore our school, meet our wonderful team, see our classrooms and learning spaces, and find out more about life at Moorland, from Reception right through to Year 6.
Whether you’re beginning your search for the perfect Reception place or considering a change of school for your child, we would love to welcome you and your family.
📅 Saturday 10th October
⏰ 10am-2pm
📍 Moorland Junior School, Ribblesdale Avenue, Clitheroe
No pressure, no obligation; simply come along, have a look around and discover whether Moorland could be the right place for your child.💙
#ribblevalley #clitheroe #privateschool
✨ Discover Moorland Junior School ✨
Choosing the right school for your child is such an important decision and sometimes the best way to know if a school feels right is simply to come and experience it for yourself 💙
Join us for our Open Day on Saturday 10th October, 10am-2pm, and discover what makes Moorland Junior School such a special place to learn, grow and belong.
At Moorland, we are proud to offer small class sizes, dedicated and inspiring teachers, enriching opportunities and experiences and a nurturing environment where every child is truly known, valued and encouraged to thrive.
Come and explore our school, meet our wonderful team, see our classrooms and learning spaces, and find out more about life at Moorland, from Reception right through to Year 6.
Whether you’re beginning your search for the perfect Reception place or considering a change of school for your child, we would love to welcome you and your family.
📅 Saturday 10th October
⏰ 10am-2pm
📍 Moorland Junior School, Ribblesdale Avenue, Clitheroe
No pressure, no obligation; simply come along, have a look around and discover whether Moorland could be the right place for your child.💙
#ribblevalley #clitheroe #privateschool
It’s more than just a school. It’s a family. 💙
It’s learning, laughter, friendships and memories made together.
It’s Moorland.💙
It’s more than just a school. It’s a family. 💙
It’s learning, laughter, friendships and memories made together.
It’s Moorland.💙
💙 What do we do for wellbeing at Moorland?
This year, we have appointed a dedicated Head of Wellbeing and Pastoral Care to support every child and adult across our school.
As part of our Wellbeing Wednesday programme, a group of children visited @ilovepaintpot in Clitheroe this week. They enjoyed designing and painting their own tiles, chatting together and finishing the afternoon with a delicious hot chocolate! ☕🎨
We can’t wait to see their finished creations. A huge thank you to Paint Pot for making the children feel so welcome!
#WellbeingWednesday #PupilWellbeing #PastoralCare #Clitheroe
💙 What do we do for wellbeing at Moorland?
This year, we have appointed a dedicated Head of Wellbeing and Pastoral Care to support every child and adult across our school.
As part of our Wellbeing Wednesday programme, a group of children visited @ilovepaintpot in Clitheroe this week. They enjoyed designing and painting their own tiles, chatting together and finishing the afternoon with a delicious hot chocolate! ☕🎨
We can’t wait to see their finished creations. A huge thank you to Paint Pot for making the children feel so welcome!
#WellbeingWednesday #PupilWellbeing #PastoralCare #Clitheroe
🌻 Today, our lovely EYFS children visited @georgeandclemmiesfarm to pick their very own sunflowers and enjoy a delicious ice cream too! 🍦
Back in the classroom, the children have been exploring watercolours and used their freshly picked sunflowers as inspiration for their own beautiful paintings.
A wonderful day of creativity, nature and hands-on learning! 💙
#eyfsteacher #LearningThroughExperience #EarlyYears #CreativeLearning #MoorlandJuniorSchool
🌻 Today, our lovely EYFS children visited @georgeandclemmiesfarm to pick their very own sunflowers and enjoy a delicious ice cream too! 🍦
Back in the classroom, the children have been exploring watercolours and used their freshly picked sunflowers as inspiration for their own beautiful paintings.
A wonderful day of creativity, nature and hands-on learning! 💙
#eyfsteacher #LearningThroughExperience #EarlyYears #CreativeLearning #MoorlandJuniorSchool
Meet a Moorland Parent 💙
From her very first days in Nursery to becoming our Head Girl, now beginning her final year at Moorland, this has been a journey filled with learning, friendships, confidence and countless special memories.
In the first of our new parent series, we hear what it has meant to watch a child grow up within the Moorland family and how being truly known, nurtured and encouraged has helped shape the young person she is today.
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt reflection on your family’s Moorland journey. We are incredibly proud of the young person she has become and cannot wait to see everything she achieves during her final year. Being a teacher really is a joy and a privilege.
#MeetAMoorlandParent #MoorlandFamily #Clitheroe #LancashireSchools #schooldays
Meet a Moorland Parent 💙
From her very first days in Nursery to becoming our Head Girl, now beginning her final year at Moorland, this has been a journey filled with learning, friendships, confidence and countless special memories.
In the first of our new parent series, we hear what it has meant to watch a child grow up within the Moorland family and how being truly known, nurtured and encouraged has helped shape the young person she is today.
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt reflection on your family’s Moorland journey. We are incredibly proud of the young person she has become and cannot wait to see everything she achieves during her final year. Being a teacher really is a joy and a privilege.
#MeetAMoorlandParent #MoorlandFamily #Clitheroe #LancashireSchools #schooldays
Little hands, curious minds and a very busy first week. 💙
From early reading and writing to friendship, confidence and outdoor discovery, our Reception children have embraced every part of their first week at Moorland Junior School.
We are incredibly proud of how happily they have settled, explored their new environment and begun building special friendships.
Our small class allows every child to feel known, supported and encouraged as they take those important first steps in school life.
Reception 2027 enquiries are now open. Please contact us to arrange a personal visit.
#StartingSchool #LancashireSchools #EarlyYears #Reception2027
Little hands, curious minds and a very busy first week. 💙
From early reading and writing to friendship, confidence and outdoor discovery, our Reception children have embraced every part of their first week at Moorland Junior School.
We are incredibly proud of how happily they have settled, explored their new environment and begun building special friendships.
Our small class allows every child to feel known, supported and encouraged as they take those important first steps in school life.
Reception 2027 enquiries are now open. Please contact us to arrange a personal visit.
#StartingSchool #LancashireSchools #EarlyYears #Reception2027
What if choosing a small school could open up a world of big opportunities? 💙
What if your child was truly known?
What if they found their voice?
What if they discovered something they loved?
What if they were challenged to achieve more than they thought possible?
What if they found somewhere they truly BELONG?
At Moorland, small classes mean we have the time to know each child as an individual - their strengths, their interests, what challenges them and what makes them shine.
From ambitious academics and hands-on learning to LAMDA, enrichment, trips, outdoor adventures and friendships, we want our children to experience more, discover more and become confident in who they are.
Because being small doesn’t mean thinking small. 💙
What if choosing a small school could open up a world of big opportunities? 💙
What if your child was truly known?
What if they found their voice?
What if they discovered something they loved?
What if they were challenged to achieve more than they thought possible?
What if they found somewhere they truly BELONG?
At Moorland, small classes mean we have the time to know each child as an individual - their strengths, their interests, what challenges them and what makes them shine.
From ambitious academics and hands-on learning to LAMDA, enrichment, trips, outdoor adventures and friendships, we want our children to experience more, discover more and become confident in who they are.
Because being small doesn’t mean thinking small. 💙
Admissions
Be Confident in Choosing Your Child's Education
We believe every child has the right to a high standard of education which is why we are academically non-selective. We select students based on their behaviour and personal attributes and combine this with a dedicated teaching and pastoral team. We strive to educate your child to the highest academic level, whilst ensuring they stay grounded.
We want you to feel confident in choosing Moorland to educate your child, which is why we operate an ‘open door’ policy with regard to parental visits. Our dedication to education is reflected in our students’ success.
