Aims and Ethos

The School aims to help pupils to:-

  • Develop a positive set of attitudes in line with our mission statement
  • Develop self respect
  • Develop lively, enquiring, imaginative and creative minds with the ability to question and argue rationally and to apply themselves to tasks
  • Be both an independent and co-operative learner
  • Develop health, fit bodies and a wide range of physical skills
  • Use language and number effectively
  • Understand the world in which they live and work to respect the diversity of people
  • Develop interests and skills which enable them to enjoy and make best use of leisure time
  • Appreciate human achievements and aspirations
  • Develop an aesthetic awareness

Our Mission Statement is "Skirlaugh School - a caring Christian community, committed to achievement and attainment for all."