Headteacher Welcome
I am extremely proud to be the Headteacher of Bathford Church School and it is my pleasure to welcome you to our website.
At Bathford Church School, children grow in confidence, character and curiosity whilst achieving academic success in a nurturing village school at the heart of our community.
Set in the beautiful village of Bathford, just a few miles from Bath city centre, our school offers the very best of both worlds: the warmth and community spirit of a village school alongside an ambitious, forward-thinking education for every child. Surrounded by beautiful grounds and countryside, Bathford is a place where children are encouraged to explore, discover and develop a lifelong love of learning.
At Bathford, we are an inclusive Church school where every child is known, valued and encouraged to be their very best. Through our vision of Grow, Care, Serve, Share, we aim to provide an excellent education that enables children to achieve academically, grow personally and develop confidence and character.
Through this vision, we help our children develop the knowledge, skills and values they need both to make sense of the world and to become caring, responsible global citizens. Working in partnership with parents, we celebrate each child’s unique strengths and support them to develop confidence, resilience and a positive sense of self.
Our broad, creative and engaging curriculum inspires curiosity, fosters a love of learning and enables children to achieve their very best. We want learning to be meaningful, memorable and exciting, helping every child discover their talents and fulfil their potential.
Rooted in our Christian foundation and welcoming families of all faiths and none, we are committed to creating a community where everyone feels valued, included and supported. Our vision and values shape not only what children learn, but also how they learn to live, work and contribute positively to the world around them.
We are proud to be part of Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT), a family of schools across the South West united by a shared commitment to providing an excellent education for every child, enhanced by a distinctively Christian ethos.
Our children develop strong connections with one another, with our local community, with the natural world and with the wider world beyond. These relationships, combined with high expectations and genuine care, help create a school community where children feel a strong sense of belonging and are inspired to make a positive difference.
Whether you are considering Bathford Church School for your child, are already part of our school family, or are interested in working in partnership with us, we would be delighted to welcome you and share what makes Bathford such a special place to learn and grow.
I look forward to meeting you.
Becky Hayter
Headteacher
