We have looked at our Vision and Values and have adopted Calderhead CARES as our way of remembering what we stand for. The next phase is for pupils to design a symbol to represent each of the key words.
- Community
- Ambition
- Respect
- Equity
- Success
Calderhead High School
Motto
- Facta Non Verba (Deeds not words)
Established
- 1820 Wilson’s School
- 1876 Calderhead School
- 1965 Calderhead Secondary School
- 1966 Calderhead High School
Promoting a positive ethos by following the school’s vision and values because Calderhead CARES
Vision
- Shotts Schools Transforming Lives
Values
Community
- Being a proud ambassador for Calderhead High School and the Shotts community.
- Working in partnership with parents/carers, employers and other agencies.
- Treating the school building and grounds with respect.
- Having a sense of belonging in a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment.
Ambition
- Determination to succeed in your own way.
- Being resilient and accepting that challenge is a part of success.
- Embracing opportunities that are afforded to you.
- Having high expectations and always striving to do your best.
Respect
- Acknowledging you are valued in every way and knowing those around you are valuable too.
- Understanding that everyone deserves to be treated with kindness and behaving as such.
- Showing care towards our school building, resources, community, and environment.
- Following rules and trusting that they are there to encourage success for all.
Equity
- Recognising differences in others and ourselves
- Identifying ways to overcome barriers
- Creating opportunities for all
- Embedding an inclusive atmosphere and mindset
Success
- Celebrating personal goals for each young person.
- Preparing pupils for life and work.
- Opportunities to break down barriers and succeed.
- Taking accountability for your learning and achievement.
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