Cavendish Church of England Primary School

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

Every child deserves to feel known, confident and ready to succeed.

At Cavendish Church of England Primary School, every child is truly known—not just in name, but in what helps them grow, succeed and feel confident. As a small school at the heart of our community, we take the time to understand each child as an individual, building strong relationships that allow us to support, encourage and challenge them in exactly the right way.

We combine strong teaching, a carefully planned curriculum and high expectations with exceptional pastoral care. This means our children not only make excellent progress, but also feel safe, happy and ready to learn. Guided by our Christian values, we create a nurturing environment built on kindness, respect and a genuine sense of belonging—where children feel comfortable to be themselves and confident to aim high.

Parents choose Cavendish because we offer something increasingly rare: a school where children are both supported and challenged to achieve their best. Our small size allows us to notice the things that matter—when a child needs reassurance, when they are ready for greater challenge, and when they need encouragement to believe in themselves. No child is overlooked, and every success is recognised and celebrated.

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 leave us not only well prepared academically, but as thoughtful, respectful and confident individuals, ready to embrace the opportunities ahead.

Our close-knit community is one of our greatest strengths. By working in genuine partnership with parents, carers, governors and our church and village communities, we create a school where children feel they belong and families feel welcomed and valued.

Whether you are looking for the right school for your child or simply want to learn more, we hope this gives you a sense of what makes Cavendish special.

The best way to understand our school is to visit.
I would be delighted to welcome you, show you around and talk about how we can help your child thrive.

Best wishes,
Mrs Samantha Goulding

Headteacher

"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