Ask our pupils what they like most about Dodderhill and they will tell you in two words - my friends.

We know how important friends are and we encourage our pupils to develop the self-awareness, empathy, tolerance and assertiveness that will help them to build and maintain friendships.

Our generous grounds provide plenty of space for outside play or chatting with friends. Being part of the same clubs and activities will give your child the chance to share her interests and have fun outside the classroom. Residential visits, outward bound weekends, Duke of Edinburgh award, ski-ing and foreign exchanges, provide opportunities for even more exciting adventures.

We want every child to feel happy about coming to school. Although our teachers know the children so well that they can usually spot a problem before it has started, we actively encourage pupils and parents to share any concerns that they may have. Our Deputy Heads, Miss Betteridge and Mrs Clancy, are responsible for pastoral care but it is a responsibility that is willingly shared by all our teachers who have every child’s best interests at heart.