Primary Schools
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Black Torrington Church of England Primary School
Black Torrington Church of England Primary School is a small, village school dating back to 1894. We seek to help every child to achieve their full potential and to foster a respect for other people, their cultures and beliefs. Our philosophy is underpinned by our school motto “A small school with a big heart” as well as our Christian values: co-operation, respect, achievement, friendship and trust.
Boasley Cross Primary School
Boasley Cross Primary School is a small, rural school built in 1874. The ethos of the school is very much a ‘family feel’ with close links to the local community and church. The school values of trust, achievement, friendship, co-operation and respect drive us in everything that we do. We provide an environment where children can flourish by feeling secure, valued and able to discover their talents and potential.
Bradford Primary School
Bradford Primary School is a small, rural school built in 1874. The ethos of the school is very much a ‘family feel’ with close links to the local community and church. The school values of trust, achievement, friendship, co-operation and respect drive us in everything that we do. We provide an environment where children can flourish by feeling secure, valued and able to discover their talents and potential.
Bridestowe Primary School
Bridestowe Primary School is set in spacious grounds on the edge of Dartmoor National Park in the centre of the village and at the heart of the local community. Education has been provided on the site since the 1860s. The school has a track record of very high academic success and excellent progress for the children. With two tarmac playgrounds, a level playing field and an excellent adventure playground, we are well equipped for outdoor education. Through high expectations and the creation of positive learning environments, children develop the confidence to work co-operatively and cope with the challenges that life presents.
Bridgerule Church of England Primary School
Bridgerule Church of England Primary is a village school that values developing children as independent and adaptable learners, as well as supporting their personal and social development. Our philosophy is underpinned by our Christian values: co-operation, respect, achievement, friendship and trust and our school motto ‘Every child matters to God and we all matter to each other’.
Chagford Church of England Primary School
Chagford Church of England Primary School and Nursery lies in the heart of Dartmoor. A school for everyone in our community, underpinned by our Christian ethos, our vision is to build a strong foundation for every child so that they enjoy learning and are well prepared for their life ahead. We believe that every child needs to know that they belong, that they matter, and that they are valued for their unique qualities.
Exbourne Church of England Primary School
Exbourne C of E (VC) Primary School prides itself on its warm and welcoming atmosphere and its strong connections with the local community. The school has provided education for the local community for over 100 years and as a Church School, Learning is a partnership, and we aim from our first meeting, to establish good communication between home and school to make sure pupils achieve their full potential. The school has the highest expectations for each child and encourage them to achieve academically and to become active contributors to society. The school builds sound foundations for all pupils to gain success in their future as learning is a lifelong process.
Highampton Primary School
Highampton Primary School is a small village school that has served the community since 1910. The well- maintained and attractive Victorian building is set in spacious grounds with stunning views across Dartmoor. The school grounds and surrounding area are used to provide a range of outdoor learning experiences. The school has a family feel with close links with the community, the pre-school and the nearby church. The school prepares the children well for their future by providing a wide and rich curriculum within an ethos of care and respect for all.
Lydford Primary School
Lydford Primary School is a small, rural school, nestled in the heart of the village of Lydford on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park. Children receive high quality teaching and learning tailored to their individual needs by staff who truly care about their welfare, safety, progress and achievement. The school is frequently praised for its friendly, welcoming, family atmosphere. Lydford Primary School has the unique privilege to have a partnership with Lydford Gorge as part of The National Trust’s Guardianship Scheme. When children move on from Lydford Primary School, they are often complimented on their independence, resilience and fantastic attitude to learning.
Milton Abbot Primary School
Milton Abbot Primary School is a small school nestled in the beautiful Devon countryside and our school site and buildings dates back to 1829 and are steeped in history. Overtime, much has been added and improved and the extensive grounds include a forest school area, woods, garden pavilion and a large multi games use area. We have high expectations and aspirations for our children and believe our school should be a place of happiness and learning for all, where memories are made.
Northlew & Ashbury Church of England Primary School
Northlew & Ashbury Parochial C of E (VC) Primary School is a small, rural Church of England school established in 1866. Forgiveness, Peace, Trust, Friendship & Endurance are the school’s core values. This ethos encourages children to learn to value and respect others, both in the School and in the wider world, whilst developing spiritually, socially, physically, artistically and intellectually. Parents are encouraged to help in school and be actively involved in the education of their children. The school provides a happy, purposeful and wide-ranging balance of learning opportunities which support all aspects of child development.
North Tawton Community Primary School & Nursery
North Tawton is a a vibrant, nurturing community where every child is valued, encouraged, and inspired to become a caring, confident learner. We believe that education should be exciting, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Our dedicated staff work in partnership with families to create a safe and supportive atmosphere where every child can achieve their best — academically, socially, and emotionally. Whether it’s exploring the outdoors, engaging in creative projects, or developing strong foundations in reading, writing, and maths, we aim to nurture curiosity and independence every step of the way.
Okehampton Primary School
Okehampton Primary School is a larger primary school with its own, popular nursery. We believe that education should open children’s eyes and hearts to the very best that has been thought and said—while also nurturing their individual passions, confidence and personal development. We want every child to receive a well-rounded education, to enjoy school and to believe that anything is possible. Our children are nurtured, encouraged and our culture ensures that every child feels known, valued and supported.
South Tawton Primary School
South Tawton Primary School is a medium sized school with 204 pupils on roll and is in the heart of Dartmoor. The school is very much part of the local community and participates in many local events. In September 2016, we took the Little Beacons (the local Pre- School) into the Governance of the school and this has helped to develop those transition between school and pre-school arrangements into school with immense success. The school has a strong community ethos and is proud of its sporting prowess: regularly participating in competitive sporting events held within the local area against other primary schools and providing a variety of extracurricular sports clubs across the normal school week.
St James Church of England Primary School
St James opened its doors in 2018 and has bright, modern buildings with a lovely outdoor space and field. We are are a single form entry school with a popular onsite nursery. We are proud to be a community rooted in our Christian vision, inspired by the parable of the wise man who built his house upon the rock. This story reflects our commitment to giving every child a strong foundation: spiritually, academically, and emotionally. We encourage children to be resilient, like the wise man, by tackling all challenges with grit and determination to succeed. We hold high expectations for all our pupils, encouraging them to flourish in an environment that celebrates achievements, fosters resilience, and prepares them for a future filled with opportunity and growth.
Secondary Schools
Holsworthy Community College
Holsworthy Community College is a vibrant 11-16 college set in the heart of rural Devon, built on co-operative values that shape everything we do. Or mission is simple; to provide excellence for every student. We are committed to helping young people in the greater Holsworthy area achieve their aspirations and thrive in a supportive, ambitious environment. At HCC, our dedicated staff work together to ensure every child receives the guidance and opportunities they need to succeed. From the moment students join us in Year 7 to the day they leave in Year 11, we set high expectations and foster a culture of progress, achievement, and personal growth.
Okehampton College
Okehampton College is set in the most beautiful surroundings: a large park, ringed by rising woodland and Dartmoor, bordered by the Okement River on one side and rolling farmland on the other. The buildings are a mixture of Victorian Grammar School, modern three storey central block and mid 20th century blocks. We want students to know that they can achieve anything that they wish to do so and we work closely with our community to build the school the area deserves. We are ambitious for the young people in our care and believe that, by working in collaboration with our families, we can transform lives.
Tavistock College
Tavistock College is a large and united school with a thriving 6th form. We promise to do whatever it takes to ensure that every student at Tavistock College achieves their potential. We make this commitment so that every young person can live a life of choice and opportunity. Our College is a community and we firmly believe that students achieve when they feel a genuine security that supports learning and promotes social responsibility. We also take our responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children seriously so that they are safe, happy and healthy - we believe this is our most important role.
Our specialist school
The Promise School
The Promise School is a specialist school supporting KS2, 3 & 4 young people with their social, emotional and mental health needs. Following a devastating fire which destroyed our building, we are currently based on the sites of Okehampton Primary, Okehampton College and Okehampton 6th Form. Despite this challenge, the culture, ethos and spirit of our school remains as strong as ever. At the heart of our school, we are committed to supporting the young people in our care to build their self-esteem and confidence, develop meaningful and positive friendships and engage in a curriculum that will allow them to find success in their adult lives. The Promise School team believe passionately in enabling the young people in their care to unlock this potential through building consistent and caring relationships, innovative teaching and a skilful understanding of the needs of every child.