School Prospectus - Smithdon High School, Hunstanton, Norfolk

Welcome
By reading and looking through the pages of this prospectus I hope you will begin to gain an idea of what motivates
us as a school, what we believe in and the wealth of opportunities we offer to our students. Our guiding principles
are academic excellence and personal fulfilment within a forward looking and disciplined environment based on
mutual respect.
We believe passionately in giving our students the right tools to function as learners in the 21st century and that the
development of appropriate technologies is fundamental to achieving this. We recognise that we live in the
present day and that our education must be relevant, up-to-date, and appropriate for the 21st century. We are
forward looking and recognise that we have the privilege of preparing our young people to become responsible
adults in the world of tomorrow.
Our school has a team of enthusiastic and dedicated staff who provide first class learning opportunities within the
classroom and also give generously to provide an array of extra-curricular opportunities too - a truly all round
education. So that you can make a fully informed choice for your child’s future please take the opportunity to visit
our school on the Prospective Parents’ Evening or the Open Mornings.
Jon Goodchild
Mr Jon Goodchild - Headteacher
“There are lots of opportunities at Smithdon.” - Year 10 student
Mission Statement
At Smithdon High School we endeavour to provide education of the highest quality, enabling all our students
to develop fully their potential as learners and members of local, national and international communities.
General school aims
• To provide high quality teaching and opportunities for learning.
• To develop self respect, confidence and esteem.
• To engender respect for every member of the school, local, national and international communities.
• To encourage and provide every member of the school community with the opportunity to continue their
progression in terms of career advancement and/or learning.
• To make a positive contribution to the local community through liaison with a wide variety of organisations.
• To strive for excellence in all aspects of our work.
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