"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

"Thank you so much for welcoming our children to your wonderful school. We feel like we have stumbled upon a treasure!" Summer 2021

Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Many have chosen it specifically for its caring, nurturing ethos and are pleased with the provision their children receive. - OFSTED, 2018

"Just wanted to say HUGE thank you to you for your amazing teaching skills and how much my son developed and came on with you - you’ve been amazing!" - Leaver 2020

“Very happy with the school. Beautiful setting, attentive staff and kind, caring attitude towards pupils = happy children.” Parents survey, Autumn 2018

The headteacher, ably supported by a dedicated and highly skilled team of staff and governors, has a clear vision for the school. She communicates this with clarity,and there is a shared moral purpose to ensure that all pupils achieve as well as they can. - OFSTED 2018

“We are absolutely thrilled with every aspect of our child’s schooling. Thank you!” Parents survey, Autumn 2018

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Many have chosen it specifically for its caring, nurturing ethos and are pleased with the provision their children receive. - OFSTED, 2018

"Just wanted to say HUGE thank you to you for your amazing teaching skills and how much my son developed and came on with you - you’ve been amazing!" - Leaver 2020

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

"Thank you so much for welcoming our children to your wonderful school. We feel like we have stumbled upon a treasure!" Summer 2021

Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Many have chosen it specifically for its caring, nurturing ethos and are pleased with the provision their children receive. - OFSTED, 2018

"Just wanted to say HUGE thank you to you for your amazing teaching skills and how much my son developed and came on with you - you’ve been amazing!" - Leaver 2020

“Very happy with the school. Beautiful setting, attentive staff and kind, caring attitude towards pupils = happy children.” Parents survey, Autumn 2018

The headteacher, ably supported by a dedicated and highly skilled team of staff and governors, has a clear vision for the school. She communicates this with clarity,and there is a shared moral purpose to ensure that all pupils achieve as well as they can. - OFSTED 2018

“We are absolutely thrilled with every aspect of our child’s schooling. Thank you!” Parents survey, Autumn 2018

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Many have chosen it specifically for its caring, nurturing ethos and are pleased with the provision their children receive. - OFSTED, 2018

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

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We are a small, busy and happy Church of England school in the village of Powerstock which is set in the heart of the beautiful West Dorset countryside.

Our school values its unique ‘smallness’ and we are proud in saying that every child is cared for and valued as an individual. We set high standards in learning and teaching, that enable children to always improve themselves by acquiring new skills and knowledge. We are Proud to be Active and know how important physical activity is to emotional and physical wellbeing for all our children.

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

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

I hope you will join our wonderful unique school community.

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Sports Day KS 1 2022

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We had a wonderful afternoon of running, dribbling, hockey and hooping in the sunshine today! KS1 really tried their best in everything they did with a smile, showing what good sports they are! Parents enjoyed the beautiful gardens belonging to Dr Davies...

Whole School Art Morning

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We had a whole school Art morning on Thursday. Every class worked on their observational drawing skills. Drawing fruit and vegetables has a long history. The children looked at the works of famous artists such as Caravaggio, Cezanne and Duncanson to inspire them. Huge...

Designing our Easter eggs

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Arlo’s mum Jo spent the morning with Cogden sharing her knowledge of Cadbury’s with her product designer past. The children considered who the egg was for, the type of chocolate, the packaging design and pricing point to come up with their amazing designs! Some of the...

Learning together to be the best that we can be ~ for every child, life in all its fullness.

I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. John 10:10

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

"Thank you so much for welcoming our children to your wonderful school. We feel like we have stumbled upon a treasure!" Summer 2021

Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Many have chosen it specifically for its caring, nurturing ethos and are pleased with the provision their children receive. - OFSTED, 2018

"Just wanted to say HUGE thank you to you for your amazing teaching skills and how much my son developed and came on with you - you’ve been amazing!" - Leaver 2020

“Very happy with the school. Beautiful setting, attentive staff and kind, caring attitude towards pupils = happy children.” Parents survey, Autumn 2018

The headteacher, ably supported by a dedicated and highly skilled team of staff and governors, has a clear vision for the school. She communicates this with clarity,and there is a shared moral purpose to ensure that all pupils achieve as well as they can. - OFSTED 2018

“We are absolutely thrilled with every aspect of our child’s schooling. Thank you!” Parents survey, Autumn 2018

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Many have chosen it specifically for its caring, nurturing ethos and are pleased with the provision their children receive. - OFSTED, 2018

"Just wanted to say HUGE thank you to you for your amazing teaching skills and how much my son developed and came on with you - you’ve been amazing!" - Leaver 2020

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

"Thank you so much for welcoming our children to your wonderful school. We feel like we have stumbled upon a treasure!" Summer 2021

Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Many have chosen it specifically for its caring, nurturing ethos and are pleased with the provision their children receive. - OFSTED, 2018

"Just wanted to say HUGE thank you to you for your amazing teaching skills and how much my son developed and came on with you - you’ve been amazing!" - Leaver 2020

“Very happy with the school. Beautiful setting, attentive staff and kind, caring attitude towards pupils = happy children.” Parents survey, Autumn 2018

The headteacher, ably supported by a dedicated and highly skilled team of staff and governors, has a clear vision for the school. She communicates this with clarity,and there is a shared moral purpose to ensure that all pupils achieve as well as they can. - OFSTED 2018

“We are absolutely thrilled with every aspect of our child’s schooling. Thank you!” Parents survey, Autumn 2018

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Many have chosen it specifically for its caring, nurturing ethos and are pleased with the provision their children receive. - OFSTED, 2018

"The reassurance and constancy of the support you provided for the children and parents was incredible. I don't know how you do it. Above and beyond." - Leaver 2020.

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