West Buckland Primary School and Nursery

They are a small, caring and nurturing team who make every child feel valued as part of the West Buckland family. Everyone at the setting has a voice, with children offered experiences and opportunities by staff who strive to create memories and embed fun.

The setting provides a welcoming, happy and safe environment where children are encouraged to try new and exciting things. The supportive and inclusive team creates a learning atmosphere that stimulates conversation and develops curiosity, enabling children to discover their interests and grow their love of learning.

The school’s strong community spirit is what makes West Buckland such a special place. Everyone is passionate about its vision and values, which they encourage families to explore further. The curriculum is enquiry‑based and designed to develop children who are respectful, globally aware, and successful both as individuals and as part of a team.

They have four core values that run throughout the Nursery and School:

READY

Building on the Trust values, West Buckland Primary School and Nursery provides a welcoming, happy and safe place where children are encouraged to try new and exciting things. The supportive and inclusive team creates a learning environment that stimulates conversation and nurtures curiosity, enabling children to discover their interests and develop a love of learning. These strong foundations empower children to embrace learning and support their emotional, social, physical and mental wellbeing, helping them to achieve their full potential.

The school is part of a caring community built on respect and encouragement, where children actively participate in and contribute to local and global challenges. This develops confident and responsible young people who are prepared to navigate and influence the technologically advanced and ever‑changing world they will grow up in. Children are encouraged to think independently, take responsibility for their actions and be mindful of the needs of others. It is a school rooted in kindness, where caring children and staff help each other grow in courage and confidence.

SAFE

Their high‑quality education and childcare, grounded in strong family support and fellowship, ensures everyone is valued and all achievements are celebrated. Respect, tolerance and inclusion help develop well‑rounded and thoughtful children. A love of learning is fostered in a nurturing environment where every child can acquire, demonstrate and articulate knowledge. Children are trusted and supported to take risks, providing them with a safe space to feel vulnerable, explore themselves and investigate their surroundings.

RESILIENT
Children are encouraged to embrace challenge and change. They are supported to question, discuss and lead. Curiosity is fostered, independence promoted and mistakes welcomed as part of the learning journey. The children are the future, and they will be the ones who create positive change. By maximising each individual’s wellbeing, skills, knowledge and global understanding, West Buckland becomes a truly happy and special place to be.