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We teach key skills

and knowledge

We teach key skills and knowledge that lead to understanding and develop the confidence to succeed.

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Caring, happy

and welcoming

We are committed to providing a caring, happy, welcoming environment that meets the needs of each child and ensures that all children have equal access to a broad and balanced curriculum including interaction with, and appreciation of, the arts and many opportunities for wider enrichment.

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Life-long learning

and understanding

We develop in children a desire for life-long learning and an understanding of different cultures, traditions and societies as well as to respect individual rights and responsibilities.

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Our learning

community

Our learning community is facilitated by a leadership structure that clearly communicates our core purpose and direction, and a system of informed continuous professional development. Our professional staff team actively seek to take up opportunities to further their own knowledge and skills to the benefit of our schools.

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Every child

has the right to succeed

We are committed to inclusion, believing that every child has the right to succeed. We take ownership of the responsibility to ensure that any barriers to learning are overcome and that all children experience success in contexts that are highly relevant for them.

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Our community

working together

Our parents and community are key partners and we are committed to working together to sustain a strong sense of community, promote educational achievement, raise children’s self-esteem and engender a sense of pride in our schools and communities.

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Welcome

Welcome to Southwold Primary School. Our aim is to provide children with the best start in life and to develop the confidence and enthusiasm for learning that will take them through secondary school and beyond. 

We are part of a great community and we understand that parents and carers are key partners in what we do. This website will give you a window into what we do, but the best testament to our school communities comes from the children themselves.

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Join Us

Discover the various points of entry at Southwold Primary School, along with our admissions criteria and procedures. 

  • Nursery

    Nursery

    For children who have turned 3.

  • Reception

    Reception

    Applying to start statutory education in the September following the child’s 4th birthday.
  • In Year

    In Year

    Applying to our school at any other time.

  • 21st October 2025

    Welcoming UEL Spanish Trainee Teachers

    Welcoming UEL Spanish Trainee Teachers

    We loved welcoming University of East London trainee teachers to our schools! They explored how Spanish is taught in class and praised the creative activities, strong scaffolding, and excellent pupil…

    21st October 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 17th October 2025

    Meet our Times Table Ambassadors

    Meet our Times Table Ambassadors

    Southwold are excited to introduce our Times Table Ambassadors! Chosen for their love of learning and helping others, they held their first meeting this week to plan how they will…

    17th October 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 17th October 2025

    Honouring Ms Saida – 30 Years at Southwold

    Honouring Ms Saida – 30 Years at Southwold

    This week, we have been celebrating Ms Saida who has worked at Southwold for an incredible 30 years! Her dedication, kindness, and commitment have made a lasting difference to generations…

    17th October 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 16th October 2025

    Celebrate World Week with Year 5

    Celebrate World Week with Year 5

    During World Week, Year 5 explored a country of their choice. They discovered its gifts to the global community — from stories and language to traditions, historical figures, and celebrations…

    16th October 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 3rd October 2025

    KS2 Handwriters of the Month

    KS2 Handwriters of the Month

    Congratulations to our KS2 Handwriters of the Month! They have been chosen for neat, cursive handwriting, as well as great posture and pride in their work. Fantastic role models!

    3rd October 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 3rd October 2025

    Staff Training with Hackney REU

    Staff Training with Hackney REU

    Staff at Viridis Schools took part in a number of training sessions on trauma informed practice led by Joe from Hackney #REU. Staff explored additional strategies to support pupils with…

    3rd October 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 26th September 2025

    Bring a Significant Male to School 2025

    Bring a Significant Male to School 2025

    This week, Southwold celebrated Bring a Significant Male to School Day! Year 6 cracked Enigma codes, Year 5 played Mathopoly, and EYFS explored birthdays with cakes, cards and parties. Other…

    26th September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 25th September 2025

    Pupil Voice Fayre 2025

    Pupil Voice Fayre 2025

    Our Year 1 to 6 pupils explored Pupil Voice stalls to learn about roles such as Junior Road Safety Officers, Timetable Ambassadors and Librarians. They then applied, sharing their skills,…

    25th September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 23rd September 2025

    Year 4 Explore Ancient Greece

    Year 4 Explore Ancient Greece

    Year 4 stepped into the shoes of Theseus, the Ancient Greek hero who defeated the Minotaur in Literacy! They loved hot-seating, asking big questions, and exploring his thoughts and #feelings…

    23rd September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

  • 22nd September 2025

    Reception Make New Friends

    Reception Make New Friends

    A huge well done to EYFS for settling in so well! They made new friends, explored their classroom, and enjoyed learning and playing together.

    22nd September 2025
    Fabiha Sultana

    What's On

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      Coffee Morning – Handwriting

      Fri 07 Nov 2025
      @ 9:15 am - 9:30 am
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      Nov

      Tue

      Coffee Morning – Key Skills (Y6 parents ONLY)

      Tue 18 Nov 2025
      @ 9:00 am - 9:30 am
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      Nov

      Thu

      EYFS Coffee Morning – Fine Motor Skills and Handwriting

      Thu 20 Nov 2025
      @ 9:15 am - 9:40 am
      17

      Dec

      Wed

      Coffee Morning – Christmas Holiday Activities

      Wed 17 Dec 2025
      @ 9:15 am - 9:40 am
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      Dec

      Fri

      End of Autumn Term (1pm Close)

      Fri 19 Dec 2025
      All day
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      Dec

      Sat

      Christmas Holidays

      Sat 20 Dec 2025 - Mon 05 Jan 2026
      All day
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      Mon

      Staff INSET Day

      Mon 05 Jan 2026
      All day
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      Jan

      Tue

      School re-opens for children

      Tue 06 Jan 2026
      All day

    3rd November 2025

    7th November 2025

    Coffee Morning – Handwriting
    9:15 am - 9:30 am

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    20th December 2025

    Christmas Holidays
    December 20, 2025 - January 5, 2026

    5th January 2026

    Staff INSET Day
    January 5, 2026

    6th January 2026

    Book a school tour to experience our school firsthand!

    We run tours for prospective parents every Monday at 9:30am or Wednesday 2:00pm with our headteacher or deputy headteacher. Tours last around 30 minutes and include time to ask questions.

    If these days or times are not convenient, please contact us and we will arrange a suitable alternative.

    Book now: 📞 0208 806 5201 | ✉️ AdminSouthwold@vs.hackney.sch.uk

    Read our 2025 Ofsted report (graded Outstanding): Southwold Ofsted Report - April 2025