Ludgershall Castle Primary School Warmly Welcomes Service Families

At Ludgershall Castle Primary School, we are proud to welcome and support service children and their families into our school community where we hope that they will learn, have fun and succeed. We understand that moving home and changing schools can bring both excitement and uncertainty, and we are committed to building strong, positive relationships with every family from the very beginning. 

We believe every child, regardless of when they join us, should feel safe, valued, and happy within our school environment so they can learn with confidence, build friendships, enjoy new experiences, and thrive both academically and emotionally. 

Our team works closely with the Local Authority, military organisations, local schools, and a range of support agencies to ensure that service families receive high-quality educational and pastoral support throughout their time with us. Open communication and strong partnerships with families are at the heart of everything we do, helping us to understand each child’s individual needs and provide the right support at the right time. 

Our school and staff: Approximately 20% of our school community are currently serving military families or veterans who remain connected to the wider military community. As a smaller military community within the school, we are able to provide personalised support that helps children settle quickly, grow in confidence, and continue to make positive academic and emotional progress. 

Ludgershall Castle Primary School is a two-form entry primary school located within the local community near the Garrison Town of Tidworth. Our pupils come from both local and service families, with children living in Ludgershall, Tidworth, and surrounding villages. Many of our staff have their own service connections and can be identified by their purple staff lanyards.  They are uniquely placed and have lived experience either as being; military veterans, part of a service family or even that they were once service children themselves.  

We recognise the unique experiences and challenges that service life can bring, including frequent transitions between homes and schools. Our staff have experience supporting children through these changes and are dedicated to ensuring that every transition is as smooth, welcoming, and positive as possible. Through our service-specific induction and transition processes, we aim to help children and families feel connected, supported, and confident from the moment they join our school community. 

Supporting transition: Please click the link below to access a dedicated and specific platform for guidance and support for service families in Wiltshire. Belong in Wiltshire - Wiltshire Council 

We understand that children from military families often experience more school transitions than their peers, and we recognise the important role each school plays in supporting a child’s educational journey. At Ludgershall Castle Primary School, we are committed to working closely with families and previous settings to ensure continuity, minimise disruption, and help every child feel settled and supported as quickly as possible. 

In 2026, we introduced our Transition Information document with a particular focus on supporting service families. Using this document helps us to gather valuable information about each child’s academic progress, learning experiences, wellbeing, and any successful support strategies already in place. By sharing this information early, we can better understand each child as an individual, reduce unnecessary repetition in learning, and provide appropriate support from the very start of their learning journey with us. 

The form is usually completed in partnership with a child’s previous school or setting, although families are also welcome to contribute information to help us build the fullest possible picture of their child’s needs and strengths. We believe that strong relationships between home and school are key to creating successful transitions and helping children continue to make positive academic and emotional progress. 

If you would like to request a paper copy of the Transition Information document, please contact our school office, who will be happy to help.