Welcome to Highcliffe Primary School. Highcliffe is a friendly, ambitious and visionary school that has the children and their families at the heart of everything we do.

We are proud to be part of the Lionheart Educational Trust and work very closely with our other trust primary schools; Riverside Primary, Hallam Fields Primary, Brocks Hill Primary and Broom Leys Primary. Together, we work tirelessly to ensure that our primary schools provide the highest quality education both academically and holistically.

Our Trust vision of ‘ANY young person from ANY background deserves an EQUAL chance to be successful in whatever they do’ permeates throughout our school. This vision sits alongside the 6Rs; Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, Resilience, Reflection and Reciprocity. We aim to develop self-directed, inquisitive and brave individuals who want to reach their full potential with a life-long love for learning.

In order for children to reach their full potential, they need to feel confident, safe and nurtured. Wellbeing is at the heart of our school. We champion every child to achieve their very best. We offer a wide range of nurture-based guidance and interventions including social, emotional and mental health support for both our children and for the whole school community. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We seek to constantly improve and embrace changes to ensure we deliver a creative, balanced and high-quality curriculum that is enriched by a wealth of memorable experiences. Highcliffe is a happy, kind and friendly school and I am incredibly proud to work here.

I hope that you will find our website a valuable resource and that it gives you an insight into our school. Please do not hesitate to make an appointment to meet with me and visit our wonderful school community here at Highcliffe Primary School. 

Simone Stewart

Head of School

High Aims – High Challenge – High Standards

We are a school that believes every child can achieve and we champion all of our children through their academic and holistic development. We know that human connection and working together is key to helping our children achieve their dreams. We want all of our children to leave Highcliffe as happy, independent and resilient learners who have reached their own potential, with enduring self-belief and an abiding respect for others.

Our Trust Vision

We are proud to be a Lionheart school. We believe that ‘ANY young person from ANY background deserves an EQUAL chance to be successful in whatever they do’. Every child and adult at Highcliffe is encouraged reach their full potential regardless of their background.

We ensure this through:

• Our school motto
• Having high expectations for all pupils
• Collaborative working, commitment and care from our whole team
• Embedding our 6Rs
• Developing character traits through our skills and dispositions
• Our robust and flourishing pastoral system

An inclusive, high quality and enjoyable curriculum for all which teaches life skills so that our children develop into fully rounded, secure and fulfilled adults who are thoughtful citizens in our global community

Highcliffe 6Rs

Respect . Responsibility . Resilience . Resourcefulness . Reflection . Reciprocity

Through our 6Rs we encourage all children to be curious, creative problem solvers who value learning and are highly motivated. We want all children to:

• Learn in an atmosphere of belonging and value, where everyone is both physically and emotionally healthy and resilient.
• Develop a lifelong love for learning where everyone is encouraged to grow and reach their potential whatever their ability.
• Take ownership of their own learning so that they have the confidence and curiosity to ask questions, make informed choices, solve problems and respond to feedback.
• Have high expectations and welcome challenge in the curriculum through outstanding teaching and learning. We want our children to value making mistakes and see them, not as set-backs, but as strategies to learn.
• Experience rich and varied opportunities to improve their cultural capital.
• Learn the value of community cohesion through the active involvement of, and contribution from, parents, staff, governors, children and the local community in the life of our school.

Every child deserves a champion, an adult who insists that they become the best they can possibly be.

Growth Opportunities

Advance your career with training, qualifications and clear progression routes.

Purpose-Driven Work

Make a real impact by helping young people thrive.

Collaborative Environment

Work with passionate teams where every voice is heard.

Inclusive Culture

Be yourself in a diverse, welcoming and equitable workplace.

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy flexible working, term-time leave and volunteering days.

Employee Benefits

A benefits package designed to support your wellbeing.

Highcliffe Primary School is part of the Lionheart Educational Trust.

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