MISSION STATEMENT

‘Nurturing little acorns into sturdy oaks.’

VISION

• We create an ethos of respect, care and responsibility in a family atmosphere.
• We are a school where children participate, excel and take pride in their achievements.
• We are at the heart of our community, providing a range of services for everyone.

AIMS OF WOOD END FIRST SCHOOL

Wood End School aims to provide a happy, secure and fun learning environment which, in partnership with parents and the wider community:

• Provides a stimulating, challenging and relevant curriculum;
• Develops pupils’ intellectual, social and life skills;
• Harnesses innate enthusiasm for life-long learning and develops lively enquiring minds;
• Develops children’s confidence and belief in themselves and their abilities;
• Gives children the skills to express their own opinions, and to listen to and respect the views of others;
• Celebrates differences and avoids stereotyping;
• Develops a love and respect for the beauty in our immediate environment and the world beyond;
• Allows spontaneity to shine through by providing creative opportunities;
• Develops independence in thought, action and deed.