We aim to motivate children to try their best, teach the skills children needed to develop independence as learners and make sure that the quality of our teaching enables children to develop deeper levels of understanding.

We aim to ensure that all children acquire the skills to persevere; inspire them to overcome difficulties and achieve their potential through appropriate challenges.

We give children a really broad and balanced curriculum with lots of opportunities for relating learning to the real world. Children learn best when they are motivated and interested in their learning.

At Yattendon, we recognise the importance of children developing a strong moral construct through British Values. We feel this is fundamental to children’s relationships with themselves - their self-esteem - and their relationship with others, with their community and with the environment.

We teach children about the importance of perseverance, determination, relentless practice and picking themselves back up after a ‘fall’. In this way, we hope to equip children with a thirst for lifelong learning and the proactive capability to both seize opportunities, and make opportunities for themselves. Children at Yattendon understand that hard work is the key in whatever they choose to do.

Mr Guy Perkins

Headteacher