Welcome to Park School

A child-centred primary school rooted in the values of human scale education

Park School play area
Park School fun

About Park School

A journey of growth, connection & discovery

Rooted in the values of Human Scale Education, Park School commits itself to nurturing children’s sense of self, others and the planet.

Park School came into existence through the vision and energy of a group of parents and educators in 1986. As the world rapidly changes, so do we at Park School, ensuring we teach our children how to thrive in this new era and positively influence future generations.

We understand how important it is for young children to be seen, heard and valued to flourish.

Our Mission

Valuing the individual

To provide an alternative, child-centred education for children between the ages of 3 – 12 years old that will enable them to develop a strong and positive sense of self and empowerment, build healthy relationships with others, each other and the planet, and help them to flourish, achieve and exercise agency in their world.

Our Vision

Inspire, innovate & thrive

Our vision of Park School is to nurture young people to positively influence their world. To be joyful learners, deeply connected to themselves, those around them, and the natural and human ecosystems of which they are part. To develop the skills to thrive in the wider world.

We believe that as children flourish, our families, communities, and world will grow with them.

Child-led education at our core

Park School allows your child to develop meaningful connections to self, others, and nature. It is a wonderful place to learn for children aged 3 to 12.

Hedgehogs

Our journey begins in our Early Years for children aged 3-5.

Squirrels

At ages 5 to 7, children enter a world of learning rich with imaginative and creative opportunities.

Rabbits

At ages 7 to 9, children are ready to flourish as independent learners.

Foxes

Children aged 9 to 12 in Foxes Class focus on acquiring essential skills for a successful transition to secondary school.

Meet the Park School Team

Meaningful & purposeful connections

At Park School, children are held by an experienced, adaptable, and passionate team of highly perceptive, kind, and compassionate practitioners in their approach to children’s needs.

“Tell me and I will forget, show me and I may remember; involve me and I will understand.'“

― Confucius

  • Park is a breath of fresh air and I can’t express enough how the team at Park have treated us with heartfelt care. The school proves itself to be flexible with thinking outside the box and the teaching style and greater level of freedom the children is outstanding. Highly recommended.

    – Squirrel Parent

  • Park School has been a hugely positive experience for my daughter. She loves the school, and we have been nothing but impressed by what is on offer to the pupils and the wider families. From science projects to singing at lunchtime and community family events, we have all felt so involved and excited to be a part of the school. Our daughter has flourished since starting. I thoroughly recommend Park School.

    – Squirrel Parent

  • Park is an amazingly holistic and emotionally supportive school in this busy world. We find the teachers/staff to be outstandingly caring and understanding in dealing with any problems that the children might have; they're always accessible with time to discuss and help whenever needed. All schools should be like this!

    – Greg & Nicole, Parents

  • Our experience of joining Park has been wonderful..
    The staff put so much effort into creating engaging, child-centred learning opportunities, and our daughter is flourishing. Thank you!

    – Richard, Parent