On behalf of the children, staff and Governors, I would like to warmly welcome you to Powerstock CE VA Primary School.

We are a small village school set in the beautiful West Dorset countryside. We pride ourselves in fostering a caring family atmosphere where everyone is encouraged and inspired to achieve their full potential, develop a love of learning and to be the best that they can be. We put children at the heart of everything we do and every decision within the school is made by firstly considering what is in the best interest of our pupils.

Powerstock CE VA Primary School is a unique, creative and ambitious environment. We believe that our school is an inspiring place which energises learning and encourages children to develop an enquiring mind, a desire for knowledge, high personal expectations and understanding and respect for others. We live out our church school values: respect, compassion, perseverance and generosity every day; pupils are encouraged to reflect on their own beliefs and develop their courageous advocacy.

We recognise that strong self-esteem is essential in enabling our children to lead happy lives and to have successful futures and we aim to ensure that our pupils leave us as caring, confident and adaptable young people, equipped with excellent academic skills, an enthusiasm and passion to continue developing their learning and outstanding social skills.

We believe we have a unique combination of features which makes it a wonderful place for children to learn, where all members of the community work in partnership to achieve the very best for every child.

At Powerstock, both pupils and parents are welcomed as partners in education. The most effective education is achieved when teachers and parents work together in a genuine partnership which results in all children being proud of their work, personal achievements and their own school.

Please take the time to browse our website. You are warmly encouraged to visit, to see our beautiful school first-hand and meet our friendly children and staff.

Yours faithfully,
Nick Harris
Headteacher
BEd (Hons)