Introducing Athelney Primary School – National Inclusion Champion 2025/26

November 12, 2025

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Nestled in the heart of Bellingham, London, Athelney Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive community where children are empowered to flourish. As a proud Centre of Excellence since 2015 and the first school in Lewisham to achieve Flagship status in 2018, Athelney leads the way in inclusive education.

Shaping a nurturing environment

Our CORE values—Confidence and Resilience, Community and Respect, Collaboration and Responsibility—are the foundation of everything we do. These values shape a nurturing environment where children grow into confident, compassionate individuals.

Families are truly at the centre of everything at Athelney. Our dynamic curriculum fosters curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. Pupils are encouraged to aim high, supported by dedicated staff who believe that “nothing is beyond our reach.” This ethos is reflected in the joyful atmosphere, where children arrive each day excited and ready to learn.

Fostering curiosity and creativity

We are proud to be a fully accessible school, with an outstanding Resource Base for children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder that exemplifies our personalised, inclusive approach.

As part of the King Alfred Federation with Elfrida Primary, Athelney is a hub of collaboration and opportunity. We warmly welcome visitors to experience our exceptional school community.

 

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