Sixpenny Handley First School

Sixpenny Handley First School is a mixed community primary school located in Salisbury, Dorset, with a capacity for 108 students. The school aims to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment for children aged 2 to 9 years, encouraging them to explore, collaborate, and develop essential skills for their future. The curriculum is designed around seven key learning behaviours, including resilience and innovation, which underpin the school's ethos of nurturing self-respect, friendship, and kindness.

The school operates a nursery for children aged 2 to 4, providing child-led learning experiences in a safe and stimulating environment. Daily activities include singing, storytelling, and outdoor exploration, promoting curiosity and a connection with the natural surroundings of Cranborne Chase.

Sixpenny Handley First School also offers wraparound care through its Allsorts Breakfast and After School Club, ensuring that children have access to high-quality childcare in a familiar setting. The school encourages parental involvement and values pupil voice, inviting feedback to enhance the school experience.