The aims of the school are as follows:
Curriculum
To offer a balanced curriculum which includes regular assessment, is frequently reviewed and provides equally for each individual to fulfil their highest level of attainment.
Attainment
To provide all pupils and staff with the opportunity to achieve their maximum potential, both academically and socially.
Learning and Teaching
To provide the highest quality of learning and teaching experiences that enable pupils to enjoy their education and develop positive attitudes towards learning.
Support for Pupils
To provide a supportive environment in which self-confidence and mutual respect can develop through the exercise of concern and responsibility by every member of staff.
Ethos
To provide a disciplined environment which encourages all staff and pupils to take realistic and reasonable responsibilities for aspects of school life.
Professional Development
To enhance the effectiveness of all staff by a planned process of staff development.
Partnership
To promote the challenge of learning and working in partnership with the wider community, through co-operation and effective communication.
Learning for Life
To provide appropriate guidance, support and information so that pupils and parents can make informed choices in planning for the future.
Learning Environment
To make learning and working a challenging and enjoyable experience.
Values and Citizenship
To prepare pupils for responsible citizenship by developing values, beliefs and attitudes compatible with living in a modern, democratic and multicultural society.
Social Inclusion
To ensure that every pupil enjoys equality of access to educational opportunities, regardless of social and economic background.
Health Promotion
To ensure good health in all pupils through strategies which promote physical and mental wellbeing and self-esteem.