Buckfastleigh Primary School

Westcountry Schools Trust primary schools aim to meet SEND pupils' needs in mainstream settings wherever possible.

“All Westcountry Schools Trust Primary Schools aim to be inclusive, with the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) being met in our mainstream settings wherever possible.”

The page explains that the Local Offer provides families with information about available SEN services and provision.

“The intention of the Local Offer is to improve choice and transparency for families. It will also be an important resource for parents in understanding the range of services and provision in the local area.”

Safeguarding children is the school's main priority.

“Safeguarding of children is our main priority at school.”

Mrs Jess Rafferty is the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

“Mrs Jess Rafferty - Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)”

Pupils can choose to participate in extracurricular clubs.

“Within school, pupils are actively encouraged, and given the freedom to make choices, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment. eg. by signing up for extra-curricular clubs.”

The school aims for pupils to leave as caring, happy and confident young people.

“High self-esteem is one of the keys to success in life, and we aim to ensure that our pupils leave us as caring, happy and confident young people.”

The school aims to nurture safe, caring, responsible and tolerant young people who contribute positively to society.

“We aim to nurture our children on their journey through life so they can grow into safe, caring, democratic, responsible and tolerant adults who make a positive difference to British society and to the world.”