"Staff are friendly, caring and inclusive." (Parent Survey 2024)

"The school's small size means everyone knows each other as parents and kids and it feels very safe." (Parent Survey 2024)

"Pupils feels like one big family, older pupils help and play with younger ones." (Parent Survey 2024)

"Powerstock is a warm, welcoming, friendly school. Each child is recognized for who they are and it’s a lovely school to be a part of." (Parent Survey 2024)

"The location and school grounds are stunning." (Parent Survey 2024)

"It is such a comfort to know you can always turn to school for support." (Parent Survey 2024)

"Children are treated as individuals; they are encouraged to do well in all areas." (Parent Survey 2024)

"Staff make a huge effort to make the curriculum broad, varied, interesting and relevant." (Parent Survey 2024)

"When I joined, I was struck by how loving and caring the school is." (Staff Survey 2024)

"The school makes me kinder." (Pupil Survey 2024)

"There are lots of opportunities for creativity." (Parent Survey December 2024)

"Staff know students very well and Special Educational Needs are identified as early as possible." (Parent Survey December 2024)

"It really is like one big family throughout all age groups." (Parent Survey December 2024)

"The care and dedication shown to all children is clear to be seen." (Parent Survey December 2024)

"Staff are friendly, caring and inclusive." (Parent Survey 2024)

"The school's small size means everyone knows each other as parents and kids and it feels very safe." (Parent Survey 2024)

"Pupils feels like one big family, older pupils help and play with younger ones." (Parent Survey 2024)

"Powerstock is a warm, welcoming, friendly school. Each child is recognized for who they are and it’s a lovely school to be a part of." (Parent Survey 2024)

"The location and school grounds are stunning." (Parent Survey 2024)

"It is such a comfort to know you can always turn to school for support." (Parent Survey 2024)

"Children are treated as individuals; they are encouraged to do well in all areas." (Parent Survey 2024)

"Staff make a huge effort to make the curriculum broad, varied, interesting and relevant." (Parent Survey 2024)

"When I joined, I was struck by how loving and caring the school is." (Staff Survey 2024)

"The school makes me kinder." (Pupil Survey 2024)

Striving to be the best that we can be!

Welcome to Powerstock CE VA Primary School, a small, busy and happy Church of England school nestled in the heart of the beautiful West Dorset countryside.

At Powerstock School, we cherish our unique ‘smallness’ and take pride in ensuring that every child is cared for and valued as an individual. Our school is built on the values of Compassion, Perseverance, Respect, and Generosity, which are at the core of everything we do.

Compassion: We foster a nurturing environment where every child feels supported and understood. Our dedicated staff are committed to the emotional and physical wellbeing of all our children, recognizing the importance of empathy and kindness in their development.

Perseverance: We set high standards in learning and teaching, encouraging children to continually improve by acquiring new skills and knowledge. We believe in the power of perseverance, helping our students to overcome challenges and achieve their personal best.

Respect: We instill a sense of respect in our students, teaching them to value themselves, others, and the world around them. Our curriculum promotes mutual respect and understanding, preparing children to become considerate and responsible members of society.

Generosity: We encourage our students to be generous in spirit, sharing their time, talents, and resources with others. Our school community thrives on the generosity of its members, fostering a culture of giving and support.

Our aim is for all our children to leave us as happy, confident, and independent individuals with a positive outlook on life, ready to take on their next challenges. 

We hope that you will find our website helpful as an introduction to our school. We are always happy to show visitors around and answer any questions you may have.

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