Papdale Primary School
A very warm welcome to Papdale Primary School, here in the heart of Kirkwall, Orkney. With around 420 pupils from Primary 1 to Primary 7, we are proud to be a large and vibrant school community where every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive.
At Papdale, our vision — Together, we can inspire, achieve and grow — is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children feel safe, respected and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Our dedicated and caring staff team work closely with families to ensure a strong partnership between home and school. We believe that when we work together, we can give every child the best possible start to their learning journey.
With warmest regards,
Emma Billington – Headteacher
Our Core Values
- Respect – We understand that what we say and do affects others
- Kindness – We will be friendly and think about others and do kind things
- Growth – We will make the most of all the chances that are offered to us
- Community – We will build and be part of a supportive team
- Creativity – We will try new things and solve problems in different ways