At Capshard Primary School, our ethos is built on creating a warm, supportive, and aspirational environment where every child is valued. We place fairness at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that all children are treated with equity and given the opportunities they need to succeed.

We promote respect in our relationships, encouraging children to value themselves, one another, and the wider community. Every member of our school community is expected to contribute to a positive, caring atmosphere where kindness, responsibility, and consideration are part of daily life.

The wellbeing of our pupils is central to our purpose. We aim to provide a safe and nurturing space where children feel confident, secure, and ready to learn. Through a strong culture of nurture, we support children’s social, emotional, and academic development, helping them to build resilience, develop healthy relationships, and grow as individuals.

We are proud to be an inclusive school, celebrating diversity and ensuring that every child feels a sense of belonging. By recognising and responding to the unique strengths and needs of each learner, we create a welcoming environment where all children can flourish.

Together, these values shape a school community where children thrive, learn with enthusiasm, and develop the skills and character needed for lifelong success.

At Capshard Primary School, we are firmly committed to building strong and supportive partnerships with our parents and carers. We know that when families and school work closely together, children feel secure, valued, and confident in their learning.

By fostering open communication, shared expectations, and mutual respect, we create a united approach that helps every child succeed. Strong parental partnership matters to us because it strengthens wellbeing, boosts engagement, and supports children to achieve their very best—both in the classroom and beyond.

School roll: 509

Nursery roll: 117

Capshard Primary School is located on Barry Road in Kirkcaldy. The school operates as a large, modern campus with extensive accommodation to support both primary and early years learning.

The school includes 18 primary classes alongside a well‑developed Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) provision. The nursery is housed within purpose-built accommodation, which features multiple playrooms designed to support high‑quality early years education. The nursery facilities include:

• four playrooms, each with their own toilet and cloakroom areas
• a dedicated indoor–outdoor play space, specifically designed to allow free-flow movement between indoor and outdoor learning environments
• a family room and appropriate changing facilities
• direct access to enclosed outdoor areas from each playroom, enabling regular outdoor learning and exploration

These spaces are designed to be inviting, flexible, and enriched with high‑quality, real-life materials that support children’s curiosity and wellbeing.

Across the primary school, the building provides a safe, well‑organised environment that supports a wide range of learning experiences.  School and nursery accommodation is suitable for whole-class learning, small-group support, and wider-school activities. The school’s facilities reflect its commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating environment for all learners.

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