Welcome to Manadon Vale

We’re proud to be a school where high achievement goes hand in hand with a happy and fulfilling experience for our pupils. We strive to provide the best education possible in a supportive and inspiring learning environment.

A message from our headteacher

Manadon Vale Primary School is a very special place, where we aim to provide a happy, safe, and inspirational environment. We are a large primary school where the children are at the heart of everything we do.

We believe that every child can do amazing things and it’s our job to help make this potential a reality. We an outstanding education so that every child has the freedom to choose their own future.

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Mrs Hayley Gilbride, Headteacher
Our school tour video
Learning aspiration

An education that makes an impression

We believe that every child can do amazing things. Our job to help make this potential a reality. Our high-quality teaching, collaborative working and ambitious spirit make Manadon Vale a wonderful learning environment where every child has the opportunity to excel.

Learning at Manadon
Family ethos

A nurturing and supportive environment

At Manadon, our children are at the heart of everything we do. We share a family ethos, where everyone is encouraged to care and look out for one another. This nurturing spirit helps make our school a safe, positive and encouraging place to be.

Our values
Good citizenship

Taking an active role in shaping the world

We encourage our pupils to engage with wider society and to play their part as global citizens. Inspiring young minds to connect with big issues such as democracy and the environment empowers them to make positive change and influence their future.

Our community
Collaborative approach

Working together with parents

As a parent or carer, you’re the most important person in your child’s life. So for the best education possible, it’s so important that we collectively support each other, communicate well and share high expectations – and we’re fully committed to these goals.

Our PTFA
What our people say about Manadon Vale

"Join the family, you’ll never regret it! My child loved every second of her time at Manadon."

Teacher

"Over the 9 years my children have been at Manadon Vale they have been inspired and challenged on a daily basis. Their confidence in day to day lessons as well as after trips and experiences have allowed them to flourish. The staff always go and above beyond."

Lisa Hayward
Parent Governor

"Manadon Vale was a positive and caring school where I felt that my sons would thrive and grow. They are now loving secondary school thanks to the great foundation that Manadon Vale gave them."

Sarah Tawse
Governor

"I chose Manadon Vale because I was looking for a part-time teaching job after having my baby. I soon learnt of its excellent reputation and it became clear that everyone who had any dealings with the school, had such positive things to say."

Julie Butcher
Class Teacher

"Every visit to Manadon Vale is inspiring, so much so that I joined the Governing Body 10-yrs ago and now have the pleasure of being their Chair. It’s a great team of passionate people who oversee the running of a great school."

Tom Lavis
Chair of Governors & Parent

"Manadon Vale Primary School is a very special place as we truly put the children at the heart of everything we do. All our staff work incredibly hard to create the loveliest of learning environments for our children based on trust and respect."

Heather Coulton
Class Teacher
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