Welcome
A very warm welcome to Seaton Primary School.
Whether you are visiting our website as a prospective family considering Seaton for your child, or you are already part of our wonderful school community, I hope these pages give you a real insight into what makes our school such a special place to learn, grow and belong.
As Headteacher, it is both a privilege and a pleasure to lead Seaton Primary School. Every day I am inspired by our incredible children, dedicated staff, supportive governors and engaged families. Together, we have created a school where everyone is valued, every child is encouraged to achieve their very best, and success is celebrated in all its forms.
At the heart of everything we do is our vision:
At Seaton Primary we provide an inclusive, child-centred experience. Our ambitious and inspiring curriculum enables all pupils to succeed, fulfil their potential and thrive in the next stage of their education. We draw on the richness of our local environment and community to nurture the whole child and create a strong sense of belonging. We are proud of who we are and what we achieve together.
Our motto, "Proud of who we are and what we achieve together," perfectly captures who we are as a school. It reflects our belief that every child should feel proud of their own achievements, celebrate the success of others and know that, by working together, we can accomplish great things.
Our shared values guide us each day:
- Be respectful
- Be kind
- Be truthful
- Be responsible
- Be the best you can be
One of the things that makes Seaton Primary truly unique is our exceptional location. Nestled within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Jurassic Coast, we believe that our local environment is one of our greatest learning resources. We make the most of the opportunities on our doorstep by providing rich, memorable experiences that inspire curiosity and deepen learning.
Throughout their journey at Seaton, every child develops a strong connection with our local area. Children regularly visit Seaton Beach and the Axe Estuary wetlands, building their knowledge and skills progressively year on year through carefully planned learning experiences. As they reach Year 6, they celebrate the end of their primary school journey with our much-loved cliff-top hike, reflecting on how far they have come both academically and personally. Alongside our mature woodland, swimming pool and purpose-built Daily Mile track, these experiences help children develop resilience, confidence, wellbeing and a lifelong appreciation of the natural world.
Our ambitious, broad and carefully sequenced curriculum is designed to inspire children to ask questions, think deeply and develop a genuine love of learning. We have high expectations for every child and believe that success is measured not only by academic achievement, but also by the confidence, kindness, resilience and character our children develop during their time with us.
Preparing children for life beyond primary school is at the heart of our work. We celebrate diversity, promote equality and British values, and help every child develop the knowledge, understanding and respect needed to thrive in modern Britain and make a positive contribution to society.
We know that children achieve their very best when home and school work together. The relationships we build with our families are incredibly important to us, and we value the trust, support and partnership that make our school community so strong. Whether your family has been with us for many years or you are considering joining us for the first time, you will always receive a warm welcome at Seaton Primary School.
I hope you enjoy exploring our website and discovering more about life at Seaton Primary School. If you would like to experience our school first-hand, I would be delighted to welcome you for a visit. Seeing our children learning, exploring and enjoying school is the best way to understand what makes Seaton Primary School such a special place.
To arrange a visit, please contact our school office on 01297 20922 or by email at admin@seatonprimary.org.uk.
I look forward to welcoming you to our school.
Miss Jenna McCaffery
Headteacher