Witton Middle School Prospectus

P e rse ver a nc e • R esponsi bi l i t y • Ind epend ence • De te r mi n a ti o n • E mpa th y

WITTON M.S.

Witton Middle School www.witton.worcs.sch.uk

Developing pride and preparing our children to go out into the world and make it a better place.

PERSEVERANCE We believe that perseverance is the key to unlocking talent. It is an attribute that we value in everything that we do. We promote perseverance across all subjects to enable our children to meet their full potential, and be the best they can be.

Perseverance is a life-long quality which will stand your child in good stead whatever their path. This leads to children who work diligently and who want to keep on trying.

“Pupils

routinely

read

through

each

other’s work and write comments as they judge its quality. Pupils respond to these comments very positively because they value each other’s opinions.”

“The whole process aids learning because pupils have a good level of involvement in assessing how well they are doing. Pupils’ attitudes to learning are positive.”

- Ofsted October 2013

we always persevere to be the best we can be: WE NEVER GIVE UP!

R E S P O N S I B I L I TY We encourage individual and collective responsibility in all aspects of school life.

We encourage responsibility for relationships with others, and will support your child in building effective relationships by providing strong boundaries and moral role models.

We

uphold

personal

advocating

smart

attendance,

personal

responsibility

uniform,

by

excellent

well-being

and

academic achievement. This leads to your child being an active partner in their own learning and personal development.

“Pupils behave well and are very proud of their school. Attendance has improved year-on-year and is currently well above average.”

“Teachers manage behaviour consistently well and lessons run smoothly because relationships are strong and pupils want to do well.” - Ofsted October 2013

We act responsibly for ourselves...

...our school, our community AND THE WORLD!

INDEPENDENCE We want your child to have a love of learning and become a life-long learner.

To do this we have developed a rich and exciting curriculum which is stimulating and engaging.

We provide a range of excellent facilities and strong teaching environment within which to develop independence. We are proud of our superb choice of specialist facilities, which include ICT, music, science and design and technology teaching areas, not to mention our splendid grounds.

As our children move from Key Stage 2 into Key Stage 3, we provide an effective bridge between the two phases by maintaining a

strong

link

with

the

class

teacher,

whilst increasing the range of specialist teaching. This leads to the development of exceptionally well rounded, independent individuals.

“The way in which pupils assess the quality of each other’s work is particularly good.”

- Ofsted October 2013

We strive to be independent by being organised, creative...

...and taking risks to solve problems!

D e t er m ina t i o n We

encourage

determination

children to

reach

to

have

the

the

highest

academic and personal targets. We are determined that we will make a difference to your child’s progress and well-being. We enable this by providing high quality learning experiences.

We are determined to make the most of our children’s talents by insisting on high expectations and supporting them every step of the way. This leads to children being equipped to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.

“In lessons, pupils work well together.

They particularly enjoy talking with a partner about their work.”

“Systems for checking pupils’ progress are of good quality. They are far more precise than in the past and pupils who are in danger of falling behind are identified early so that they get quickly back on track.” - Ofsted October 2013

We are determined to succeed by facing challenges...

...and working together to achieve our ambitions

E m pa t h y We place a high value on respect for others, alongside tolerance of other faiths and cultures. We have a friendly and welcoming culture providing an atmosphere in which children learn well. Through our rewards and sanctions, underpinned by our ‘pride’ values, we uphold excellent behaviour.

We value effective relationships between parents and carers, children and adults.

We are a school that listens and tries to empathise with other members of our community.

Relationships underpinned by empathy will further promote your child’s self-esteem and we seek to build these at every opportunity.

This leads to children who are able to value other peoples’ feelings.

“The school is a friendly, caring place where pupils feel safe and are confident they will be listened to if they have concerns.” - Ofsted October 2013

We show empathy and care for others, and the world around us...

...by being honest, considerate and kind!

P e rse ve r a nc e • R esp onsi bi l i t y • Ind epend ence • De te r mi n a ti o n • E mpa th y

WITTON M.S.

Witton Middle School Tel: 01905 773362 Fax: 01905 795474 Email: office@witton.worcs.sch.uk Web: www.witton.worcs.sch.uk Old Coach Road, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire WR9 8BD Witton Middle School abides by the Worcestershire County Council Admissions Policy.

We would like to welcome you to our school and look forward to meeting you and your child.