School of Sanctuary 

At Salisbury Road Primary School in Plymouth, we are proud to thrive as a warm, friendly and welcoming community where every person matters and every person belongs. Our school is described as safe, happy and inspiring, reflecting the strong sense of belonging and inclusion that sits at the heart of our ethos.

As part of the Learning Academies Trust, we uphold shared values rooted in community, collaboration and high aspirations for every child. Our core aim is to nurture children’s achievement, experiences and skills, helping them develop resilience, confidence and a lifelong love of learning. We welcome and celebrate diversity, recognising the vital role that different cultures, experiences and identities play in enriching our school community.

Our Commitment to Becoming a School of Sanctuary

Salisbury Road Primary School is committed to becoming a School of Sanctuary—a place of safety and welcome for everyone, including families seeking refuge or a fresh start. A School of Sanctuary promotes empathy, understanding and responsible citizenship, values that align closely with our own ethos of belonging, unity and respect.

While Salisbury Road is currently building towards this accreditation, schools across Plymouth are being supported and recognised for creating cultures of welcome, inclusion and compassion.

Our commitment includes:

• Creating a warm, inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported
• Celebrating cultural diversity across the curriculum and school life
• Encouraging empathy, kindness and responsibility
• Working in partnership with families, local organisations and the wider Plymouth community
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By embedding the School of Sanctuary principles, we aim to contribute to a more compassionate Plymouth and ensure that Salisbury Road Primary continues to be a place where every child and family experiences dignity, safety and true belonging.