At Ponteland First School we recognise that children learn and thrive when they are healthy, safeguarded from harm and engaged. Therefore, our fundamental aim is to provide a secure, healthy, happy and hardworking envirnment in which children of all abilities can learn with confidence.

We want our children to:

Be Healthy
We encourage the physical and mental well being and healthy lifestyles of all children.

Stay Safe
We provide a secure, caring and supportive environment in which all children have equal access to the curriculum and are encouraged to strive for excellence.

We develop confidence and self esteem in all children, encouraging them to show respect for others and tolerance of opinions and beliefs. 

Enjoy & Achieve
We provide a broad curriculum through which children will develop a sense of direction and purpose and a real enthusiasm for learning.

We encourage independent, active learning giving children opportunities to work in a variety of ways and groupings and strive to meet individual needs.

Make a Positive Contribution
We encourage children to take responsibility and contribute positively to the life of the school community and ultimately to develop the qualities, knowledge, skills and understanding needed to play a full and active part in a modern multi-cultural society.

Achieve Economic Well-Being
We promote a climate of life-long learning for children and adults associated with the school.