Welcome from the Principal
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As a small, rural Primary, Bridestowe prides itself on its warm and welcoming atmosphere and its strong connections with the local community.
Bridestowe has provided education for the local community for over 150 years. The original Trust Deed establishing the school in 1862 by the Church of England, recognised the importance of learning long before the main Education Act of 1870. Today, Bridestowe provides a broad and balanced curriculum which focuses upon the children's knowledge, skills and wider cultural development. Our School has the highest expectations of each child and we encourage our pupils to achieve academically and to become active contributors to society. Learning is a lifelong process and we aim to place sound foundations for all our pupils to gain success in their future lives. Bridestowe Primary is part of is part of the Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust, which comprises of 17 schools. We believe that working together allows us to share our strengths and aim for excellence. 'With Respect and Ambition, We Flourish Together.' |
Adam Hill Principal |
Our Location
Bridestowe Primary School is in the centre of the village of Bridestowe and at the heart of the local community. Education has been provided on this site since the 1860s. We currently have a roll of 78 children aged between 4 and 11 years.
Set in spacious grounds on the edge of Dartmoor National Park - the school is part of the DMAT Moorland Hub, a group of six local schools with one executive governing body - Boasley Cross, Bridestowe, Exbourne, Highampton, Northlew, and Lydford Primary schools. Our policies are that of the Moorland Hub and these can be found here. The individual Principals work closely together to oversee the best possible learning opportunities for our children. We have an excellent link with 'Treetops' pre-school - also located in the village.
Set in spacious grounds on the edge of Dartmoor National Park - the school is part of the DMAT Moorland Hub, a group of six local schools with one executive governing body - Boasley Cross, Bridestowe, Exbourne, Highampton, Northlew, and Lydford Primary schools. Our policies are that of the Moorland Hub and these can be found here. The individual Principals work closely together to oversee the best possible learning opportunities for our children. We have an excellent link with 'Treetops' pre-school - also located in the village.
Our Track Record
In 2012 Bridestowe school was amongst the top ten schools in Devon (310 Primary Schools). In 2013, based on attainment and progress in English and Mathematics, we were ranked in the top 5% of English schools. In 2014 and 2015 Bridestowe was in the top 2% of the nation's primary schools for results in the teaching of phonics (early reading).
We have a track record of very high academic success and excellent progress for our pupils. Our challenge is to maintain this academic success and strive to improve even further. Our vision is to create an outstanding primary school. We have very high expectations of what our children may achieve and we strive to create a positive learning environment where children develop the confidence to work co-operatively and cope with the challenges that life presents. We are committed to supporting disadvantaged children and strive to ensure that social disadvantage does not mean under-achievement at school (see our Pupil Premium Statement).
We have musical productions each year and provide many wider opportunities for the children. Our older children have their own iPad Air tablet for use in school each day and Chromebooks are available throughout the school.
We are a 'healthy' school, and participate in many sporting events. With two tarmac playgrounds, a level playing field and an excellent adventure playground, we are well equipped for outdoor education. Years 4, 5 and 6 attend a variety of residentials, comprising of outdoor adventures at Heatree Activity Centre on Dartmoor and a city trip to Bristol. Our comprehensive environmental area, with pond, indigenous trees and plants - offers another dimension for stimulating education via Forest School.
We have a track record of very high academic success and excellent progress for our pupils. Our challenge is to maintain this academic success and strive to improve even further. Our vision is to create an outstanding primary school. We have very high expectations of what our children may achieve and we strive to create a positive learning environment where children develop the confidence to work co-operatively and cope with the challenges that life presents. We are committed to supporting disadvantaged children and strive to ensure that social disadvantage does not mean under-achievement at school (see our Pupil Premium Statement).
We have musical productions each year and provide many wider opportunities for the children. Our older children have their own iPad Air tablet for use in school each day and Chromebooks are available throughout the school.
We are a 'healthy' school, and participate in many sporting events. With two tarmac playgrounds, a level playing field and an excellent adventure playground, we are well equipped for outdoor education. Years 4, 5 and 6 attend a variety of residentials, comprising of outdoor adventures at Heatree Activity Centre on Dartmoor and a city trip to Bristol. Our comprehensive environmental area, with pond, indigenous trees and plants - offers another dimension for stimulating education via Forest School.
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