PENGELLI PRIMARY SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

     At Pengelli, we believe that it is essential to support every child with their next steps for progression and learning.

   We believe that a happy child is a successful one and are, therefore, committed to providing a positive, safe and stimulating environment for children to learn, where all are valued. Pengelli Primary provides a safe environment which puts relationships first. We believe that education should take place in a fully inclusive environment with equal opportunities for all and that all children should learn to value religious and cultural differences.

   Children need to be engaged in discussion, debate and the celebration of moments and we feel that this is supported through project based learning It is important to provide a curriculum that equips children with the necessary skills for the 21^st century, encouraging perseverance and providing opportunities for worthwhile application of literacy, numeracy and digital skills which promote higher order thinking and learning. We aim to provide a broad and balanced curriculum that is equipping children not just with the basic core skills but also with the chance to develop their creativity and express their feelings and ideas. There is no ‘one size fits all’ as children have a variety of skills and learn in a variety of ways.

   Above all we look to provide a relevant and balanced curriculum designed for pupils to realise their full potential. We intend that all children should enjoy their learning, achieve their potential and become independent life-long learners

AIMS

To achieve this we will:

• create a welcoming environment that promotes confidence and self belief.
• provide an enriched, authentic curriculum which is appropriate for our learners.
• provide opportunities for every child to become ambitious, enterprising, confident and healthy learners utilising opportunities for developing creativity, problem solving, organisational and effectiveness skills.
• utilise every opportunity to develop the skills of numeracy, literacy and digital competence enabling each child to experience achievement at all levels.
• support the development of our learners’ sense of identity in Wales through language, history and culture.
• build resilience and develop strategies which will help individuals manage their well-being.
• challenge learners to the particular needs of the individual at a particular time.
• develop the ability to work effectively with others.
• incorporate assessment for learning at all levels.
• respond to learners’ needs, experiences and input through pupil voice.
• promote equity and respect for everyone, irrespective of belief, race and gender.