Mission Statement
At Westwood with Iford School we are about creating a stimulating, learning environment where the children are happy to take risks, and engage in their own learning. We aim to nurture the whole child. We foster an environment in which each child feels able to express their ideas, and build long lasting relationships with others, and the world around them.
We ensure our pupils leave the school feeling confident and prepared for their next steps into adult life. Our children's results show we are consistently above national averages.
We achieve this in part by seeing Westwood as OUR school. We are a thriving local school, at the heart of a small village, and we use this to our advantage. Parents, and the local community are considered partners in the school experience, supporting the staff in providing exciting learning opportunities. Such initiatives as 'Parent Experts on Life' talks allow the children a window into the adult world. We aim to instill a sense of community, and show the children how they can play THEIR part in the wider world.
We ensure our pupils leave the school feeling confident and prepared for their next steps into adult life. Our children's results show we are consistently above national averages.
We achieve this in part by seeing Westwood as OUR school. We are a thriving local school, at the heart of a small village, and we use this to our advantage. Parents, and the local community are considered partners in the school experience, supporting the staff in providing exciting learning opportunities. Such initiatives as 'Parent Experts on Life' talks allow the children a window into the adult world. We aim to instill a sense of community, and show the children how they can play THEIR part in the wider world.
Our Learning Environment is:- nurturing & holistic
- challenging yet achievable - action packed & fun - respectful with good manners - positive & inclusive - responsible & caring - about creative & independent thinking - about building strong adults for the future. |
Focus on the Learning Environment - Current Initiatives:There has been a school in Westwood since 1841, and we are fortunate to have maintained our extensive grounds. At Westwood we believe in the quality of opportunities for learning, and that means we are always keen to use our assets to extend beyond the traditional classroom borders. Current projects include:
- pond wildlife area development - improvements to the outdoor classroom areas - new library and books collection |
Our Values and Ethos
Inspiring success in a world of possibilities
In our school we aim to
1. Encourage all pupils to develop their self-motivation, esteem and self-discipline and their independence.
2. Create a learning environment where children are happy to take risks and are able to accept the challenge of Life Long Learning, and are enabled to achieve their best.
3. Encourage a responsible and caring attitude to other people and the environment.
4. Offer an environment in which pupils are able to express their ideas and emotions confidently and can respond successfully and adapt to change.
5. Ensure that all pupils are treated equally and helped to develop tolerance and respect for others irrespective of their ability, ethnicity, gender, creed or need.
6. Foster and develop a close and co-operative relationship between school and parents, and school and the community.
1. Encourage all pupils to develop their self-motivation, esteem and self-discipline and their independence.
2. Create a learning environment where children are happy to take risks and are able to accept the challenge of Life Long Learning, and are enabled to achieve their best.
3. Encourage a responsible and caring attitude to other people and the environment.
4. Offer an environment in which pupils are able to express their ideas and emotions confidently and can respond successfully and adapt to change.
5. Ensure that all pupils are treated equally and helped to develop tolerance and respect for others irrespective of their ability, ethnicity, gender, creed or need.
6. Foster and develop a close and co-operative relationship between school and parents, and school and the community.
