Dear Applicant

Welcome to Vaughan Primary School

At Vaughan Primary School, we pride ourselves on being a vibrant and inclusive community where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. Located in the heart of West Harrow, our school is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, personal development, and fostering a love of learning.

Our dedicated team of educators and support staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing and stimulating environment. We believe in the importance of mutual respect, diversity, and the holistic development of our pupils. With a rich curriculum and a wide range of extracurricular activities, we aim to inspire and challenge our students, preparing them for future success.

Our Values

At Vaughan Primary School, our core values are at the heart of everything we do. We emphasize:

• Mutual Respect: We foster an environment where everyone is treated with kindness and respect, encouraging positive relationships and a strong sense of community.
• Integrity and Honesty: We instill the importance of acting with integrity and honesty in all aspects of life, helping our pupils to develop a strong moral compass.
• Empathy and Compassion: We teach our pupils to understand and appreciate the feelings and perspectives of others, promoting a culture of empathy and compassion.
• Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of our pupils, ensuring that everyone feels valued and included.
• Lifelong Learning: We inspire a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom, encouraging our pupils to be curious, independent thinkers who are prepared to face future challenges with confidence.

Vaughan Primary School has been recognised for its outstanding contributions to education and pupil welfare. Some of our notable achievements include:

• Ofsted Outstanding Judgement: In March 2024, Vaughan Primary School received an outstanding judgement from Ofsted, highlighting our commitment to providing high-quality education and a safe, nurturing environment

• Inclusion Quality Mark Centre of Excellence: In March 2025, our school has retained the Inclusion Quality Mark Centre of Excellence, reflecting our dedication to inclusivity and support for all pupils

If you want to be part of an exceptional team, in an outstanding school, where you can make a positive, lasting impact and where pupils are enthused, eager to learn and achieve, then join us at Vaughan Primary School, where your passion for education and commitment to making a difference will be valued and supported. Together, we can shape the future and prepare our pupils for a happy future.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside a committed and passionate staff team, sharing great practice on a regular basis and developing pedagogy through supported CPD and self-reflection.

As a school, we continue to strive to provide the building blocks for future learning in our amazing school community, whilst preparing all our pupils to achieve their best outcomes in preparation for life in Modern Britain.

If this sounds like a journey that you would like to be a part of, we will welcome visits from potential applicants who are interested in being part of the Vaughan family.

We look forward to seeing you.

Yours sincerely

Karen Jones

Headteacher