Welcome to Southill Primary School
Hello! On behalf of the children, staff and governors, I’m delighted to welcome you to Southill Primary. We are a popular, happy and thriving one-form entry school.
Our goal is to provide an exceptional education and a joyful experience for every child in an inclusive and nurturing environment. Everyone is welcome here; we embrace diversity and actively promote equality and equity of opportunity. We celebrate the uniqueness of every child and their family and have high aspirations for all.
We know that reading is vital for future life success. Our reading culture and curriculum is truly exceptional with every child learning to read quickly and successfully. We invest heavily in the best children’s literature to promote reading for pleasure and there is a real buzz for books around the school.
We’re very proud of our bespoke and ambitious Bright Futures curriculum which is designed to engage, challenge and inspire. It celebrates our local area and opens up the wider world helping children to understand their own culture and appreciate those of others. Bright Futures promotes curiosity, creativity and collaboration. It develops kindness, empathy and compassion while nurturing pupils’ own ambitions and talents and promoting positive physical and mental health.
Our enrichment offer really sets us apart. It’s our policy to ensure that all classes learn offsite at least once per term and our programme of trips and residentials is carefully designed to enhance children’s learning, develop their strength of character and create happy memories that last a lifetime. From day trips (Pizza Express, Corfe Castle, Lyme Regis, Stonehenge, Nothe Fort and Harry Potter Studios to name just a few) to our incredible residential programme, by the time they leave us in Year 6, our pupils have visited several World Heritage Sites, trodden the boards at Shakespeare’s Globe in London, canoed down the River Wye and surfed the beautiful beaches in Cornwall.
It’s a privilege to be the Headteacher of such an extraordinary school. I haven’t even begun to tell you about our music, sports or performing arts offer! To find out more and experience what makes Southill Primary truly special it’s best to visit and see for yourself. I lead a tour every Friday morning at 11am or please contact the office to arrange an alternative time.
I look forward to meeting you.
Caroline Wood