What do we want for our learners?

• To be as independent as possible
• To be confident, self-assured and happy
• To have good communication skills
• To make excellent progress in key skills that widen choices in adult life
• To develop talents
• To play a part in a community
• To make financially sound choices to the best of their abilities
• To be creative and to manage change
• To be able to work in a team
• To be able to make safe and healthy choices
• To behave in a safe and socially acceptable way
• To be proud of their achievements
• To respect all people and their views equally

We aim to:

• Set high expectations and aspirations for pupils’ personal, social, economic and academic progress
• Provide a safe, happy, caring environment in which pupils feel secure
• Provide a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum that prepares pupils for life beyond school
• Use innovative teaching methods, utilising a broad range of learning resources
• Provide stimulating and challenging experiences that nurture talent and offer each child opportunities to enjoy success
• Offer a wide range of learning experiences that contribute to and are enriched by the life of the local, national and international community
• Promote values where each child’s achievements are celebrated
• Create an effective partnership between school, parents, other professionals and the community
• Be a centre of expertise, offering outreach for schools and advice for professionals and the community