Cavendish Church of England Primary School

Mrs Samantha Goulding

Headteacher

A very warm welcome to Cavendish Church of England Primary School.

At Cavendish Church of England Primary School, we deliver a high-quality, well-structured education within a caring and inclusive community where every child is known, valued and supported to succeed. As a small school at the heart of our local community, we combine strong teaching, a clear and carefully planned curriculum and high expectations with excellent pastoral care, ensuring children make strong progress and leave us confident and well prepared for their next steps. Guided by our Christian values, we create a nurturing environment built on kindness, respect and a true sense of belonging.

Parents choose Cavendish because we offer the best of both worlds. Our strong teaching, carefully planned curriculum and high expectations ensure children make excellent progress, while our nurturing ethos and exceptional pastoral care mean every child feels safe, supported and confident. As a small school, we truly know our pupils and families, allowing us to tailor support, celebrate strengths and help every child succeed.

We believe every child deserves the strongest possible start in life. Our dedicated staff provide a high-quality, broad and balanced education that nurtures curiosity, celebrates creativity and builds resilience. Pupils are encouraged to be thoughtful, respectful and aspirational, developing the confidence and character they need to embrace future opportunities.

Our close-knit school community is one of our greatest strengths. By working in partnership with parents, carers, governors and the wider church and village communities, we ensure that all our children flourish academically, socially and spiritually.

Whether you are a prospective parent seeking the right school for your child or a member of the community wishing to learn more about us, we hope this website gives you a meaningful insight into life and learning at Cavendish Church of England Primary School.

If you would like to visit, I would be delighted to show you around and share more about what makes Cavendish such a special place.

Best wishes,
Mrs Samantha Goulding

Headteacher

Cavendish CE Primary School is proud to be part of the The Tilian Partnership

Since 1 April, under the leadership of our new Headteacher and as part of The Tilian Partnership, Cavendish CE Primary School has strengthened safeguarding, leadership and school systems, creating a safe and nurturing environment where pupils can thrive. Staff, parents and governors recognise the positive improvements, and the school is now firmly focused on delivering high-quality teaching, strong support for pupils’ wellbeing, and ambitious outcomes for all.

"There is clear evidence of an outstanding ethos that promotes the welfare and safety of all pupils, underpinned by a solid foundation of robust safeguarding policies and procedures. This commitment is not only evident in written documentation but is actively translated into day-to-day practice by leaders who understand their responsibilities and act promptly. - External safeguarding audit" - June 2025

"As a parent, I have seen a really positive change at Cavendish. The teaching is high quality and the staff genuinely care about the children’s wellbeing as well as their learning. My child feels happy, supported and encouraged and runs into school every day. It is wonderful to see everyone growing in confidence and achievement." - Mrs Tibbetts, Parent