Welcome to Rydon Primary School
A warm welcome to Rydon Primary School, where every child is valued, encouraged, and supported to reach their full potential. As Headteacher, I am proud to lead a school that is committed to fostering a love of learning, celebrating success at every level, and nurturing well-rounded, confident individuals. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and stimulating environment where children feel motivated to explore new ideas, challenge themselves, and develop a lifelong passion for learning. Our dedicated team of staff works tirelessly to ensure that every child is given the best opportunities to succeed and grow.
At Rydon, our core values of Resilience, Responsibility, Respect, and Teamwork underpin everything we do. We believe that learning should be active, purposeful, and engaging, encouraging children to embrace challenges and take pride in their achievements. Our broad and dynamic curriculum offers exciting opportunities for children to explore, create, and grow, ensuring a rich and fulfilling educational experience. We strive to provide learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom, incorporating real-world applications and hands-on activities that make learning meaningful and enjoyable.
We take great pride in celebrating success, whether big or small, and creating an environment where children feel safe, motivated, and inspired to achieve. Through our engaging curriculum and dedicated staff, we aim to instil a lifelong love of learning and the skills necessary for future success. Every child is encouraged to develop their strengths, build confidence, and work collaboratively with their peers. Our school community thrives on mutual support, with strong relationships between students, teachers, and families playing a key role in every child’s educational journey.
I warmly invite you to visit our school and experience the welcoming and vibrant atmosphere that makes Rydon such a special place. We look forward to meeting you and sharing the incredible opportunities that await your child at Rydon Primary School.
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Inspirational Paralympian David Hill Visits Rydon Primary School
Pupils at Rydon Primary were pleased to welcome Paralympic triathlete David Hill for an inspiring visit, which left pupils motivated, energised, and full of enthusiasm. Born without a forearm, David began swimming as a child by the sea and went on to become Team GB’s youngest athlete to reach the 100m backstroke final at the 2004 Athens Paralympics.
The day began with pupils taking part in energetic fitness circuits, brilliantly supported by the school’s Sports Leaders, before coming together for a whole-school assembly. During the assembly, David shared his powerful personal story, speaking about resilience, determination, and the importance of believing in yourself.
The visit also tied into the school’s ongoing fundraising efforts for the Great Athlete’s programme which arranged for David to attend. So far, the Rydon Primary community has raised over £3k which will go towards sports equipment for the school. Every donation makes a real difference, supporting the school and inspiring pupils to take action for their community.
Rydon Primary School would like to extend a huge thank you to David Hill, the Sports Leaders, and the entire school community for making the day so memorable and impactful.
Danny Brown, Headteacher at Rydon Primary School, said:
“It was wonderful to see our pupils so engaged and inspired by David’s story. The day combined fitness, fun, and learning in a way that really motivated our children to believe in themselves and their abilities. We are incredibly grateful for everyone who has supported our fundraising so far.”
Matthew Shanks, CEO at Education South West, said:
“Visits like David’s are a fantastic reminder of the power of resilience, determination, and teamwork. Our schools aim to provide experiences that inspire young people to reach their potential, and today’s visit at Rydon Primary did exactly that. Well done to the pupils and staff for making the day such a success.”
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