Would you like to join Team Sandal? We're looking for a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant. Information at About Us > Vacancies at Sandal...
Would you like to join Team Sandal? We're looking for a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant. Information at About Us > Vacancies at Sandal...
Sandal Primary School

Ethos, Values and Aims

Nurture Grow Succeed

Our Ethos

We will provide a responsive and aspirational environment that challenges, encourages and inspires everyone. We are committed to maintaining a caring, stimulating atmosphere that nurtures confidence, self esteem, respect and independence to support learning and development.

Our Vision

A place where everybody thrives. 

Every child begins their journey with a sense of belonging. From these strong roots they find the courage and confidence to branch out and take risks. As they grow, children explore the world around them, discovering their true potential. Through kindness and curiosity, everyone achieves their best. Like snowdrops emerging through the winter frost, our children push through with resilience, prepared to flourish within the shifting seasons of an ever-changing world. Our classrooms are bursting with joy and exciting opportunities, empowering each child to blossom with a love of learning.

Over time, our children grow to stand tall with integrity and be proud of who they are. Their learning reaches beyond our school gates like seeds carried forward into the future. By nurturing today’s learners, we shape tomorrow’s generation - creating a respectful community that makes a lasting, positive difference.

British Values

  • Democracy
  • The rule of law
  • Individual liberty
  • Mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs


Our Aims

  • We will foster a nurturing environment which values every child, their families and all staff members and allows everyone to realise and fulfil their potential.
  • Our curriculum will be broad and balanced, responsive and creative and will meets the needs of our children and allows everyone to foster a love of learning and to discover their talents, interests and passions.
  • Our children will be active, curious and reflective learners.
  • Our children will be active, responsible citizens and will be prepared for life beyond the gates of Sandal.