"You can teach a student a lesson for a day, but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives." - Clay P. Bedford

Southbourne Primary School fosters a nurturing English-medium environment grounded in Christian values, where young minds can flourish. Our devoted staff takes pride in creating a close-knit community. Through personalized attention, they empower each learner to excel academically, socially, and personally. Southbourne prioritizes a continuously evolving curriculum, incorporating the latest advancements to ensure a well-rounded learning experience. This commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom, with modern facilities providing a stimulating and supportive environment. As a Quintile 4 fee-paying school, Southbourne offers extensive resources that belie its classification. The school remains dedicated to partnering with the surrounding community to create a thriving learning environment for all.

Welcome to our beautiful school.

Our Vision

Excellence thrives: We provide a curious, inclusive, and safe learning environment, fostering holistic growth for learners and staff alike.
Potential is unlocked: Through personalized guidance, academic, sporting, and cultural activities, we empower our learners and staff members to reach their full potential.
Community flourishes: We partner with the surrounding community to harness its strengths and build a vibrant learning ecosystem.
Wellbeing matters: We prioritize the well-being of every member, nurturing minds, bodies, and spirits to achieve harmony.

Our Mission

Fostering a nurturing environment: We prioritize small class sizes to encourage cooperative learning and personalized guidance from our educator facilitators. This ensures each learner reaches their academic milestones while thriving in a safe and inclusive space.
Empowering lifelong learners: We invest in our faculty's professional development through workshops, ongoing education, and training. This ensures they have the tools to inspire and empower our students.
Celebrating potential in all areas: We encourage all learners to participate in academic, sporting, and cultural activities, fostering a well-rounded education and the opportunity to represent the school at a higher level.
Cultivating a sense of belonging: We create a safe and welcoming environment where every learner and staff member feels valued and accepted for who they are.