Our school values and ethos:

At Gillespie School we believe that everyone in our community can grow to be a highly motivated life-long learner.

We provide a safe and vibrant environment where children and adults thrive on challenging and creative learning experiences.

We will equip everyone with the skills to achieve their full potential in a climate of mutual respect and personal responsibility.

We instil values that prepare children to play an active part in a modern, democratic and tolerant Britain.

“Growing together” at Gillespie means that we:

• Treat everyone fairly and with respect
• Believe everyone is special and has something to contribute
• Work hard to achieve success and demonstrate excellence
• Support each other to succeed and have fun
• Celebrate our achievements
• Recognise we are all life-long learners
• Provide a broad, rich and relevant curriculum
• Ensure the school is a safe and secure place to work and learn
• Promote a healthy life style
• Foster partnership with the wider community