At Blackgates, children are at the heart of all we do. We believe all children learn best when feeling happy and safe.  It is always our aim to ensure all children enjoy learning.   We promote kindness and caring above all else.  If children are in a happy, safe environment with access to high quality teaching, presented in an enjoyable way they will achieve their full potential. We are an inclusive school, believing everyone deserves a high quality education in a local school, regardless of disability. Blackgates has a much higher than average number of pupils who have a disability.