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Our Pledges
Our school is built on three core pledges: the Staff Pledge, promoting respect and responsibility; the Student Charter, ensuring a safe, supportive learning environment; and the Parent/Carer Pledge, fostering collaboration between home and school. Together, these pledges reflect our commitment to student success and community.
Our Staff Pledge reflects the commitment of all staff to uphold our values and ensure the best learning environment for our students.
Key Values:
Courage
- We persevere to serve the school community and ensure students always put learning first.
- We continue to learn and develop as staff to provide the best education for our students.
Aspiration
- We work daily to help students and staff achieve their dreams and career aspirations.
Respect
- We value and treat others with respect, modeling positive interactions to sustain a respectful learning community.
Equality
- We embrace diversity and foster equality, ensuring that all students have access to learning and opportunities to thrive.
Self-Control
- We demonstrate self-control to support students in managing their behavior, helping them focus on learning and success.
Our Student Charter outlines the rights and responsibilities of all students, driven by our CARES values. This charter was developed with input from our students to ensure it reflects their needs and expectations.
Key Values:
Courage
- Rights:
- Students are challenged and supported in lessons.
- Students can ask questions and seek help.
- Access to a wide range of opportunities in school life.
- Responsibilities:
- Take responsibility for your own learning and push your limits.
- Always strive to do your best.
- Embrace the opportunities available.
Aspiration
- Rights:
- Develop knowledge and skills to be the best version of yourself.
- Gain the necessary skills for future success.
- Responsibilities:
- Show commitment to learning.
- Try new things and set personal goals with staff support.
Respect
- Rights:
- Be treated with respect.
- Speak to staff for support when needed.
- Learn in a clean and presentable environment.
- Responsibilities:
- Respect yourself, others, and the school environment.
- Follow school rules and represent the school positively.
- Support others when needed.
Equality
- Rights:
- Receive quality education and fair treatment.
- Have your voice heard and opinions considered.
- Responsibilities:
- Treat everyone equally and respectfully.
- Provide constructive feedback to staff.
Self-Control
- Rights:
- Be supported in building good habits and self-regulation.
- Responsibilities:
- Attend all lessons on time and follow instructions.
- Be prepared, complete homework on time, and learn from mistakes.
By following these rights and responsibilities, we can ensure that Harrogate High School remains a place where learning comes first.
The Parent and Carer Pledge outlines how families can support their child’s education by upholding the school’s core values.
Key Values:
Courage
- Support the school in addressing any barriers to learning and encourage children to take responsibility for their education.
Aspiration
- Ensure homework is completed on time and show interest in your child's learning. Encourage regular reading and full engagement in lessons.
Respect
- Ensure regular and punctual school attendance. Participate in meetings and parents' evenings, and stay up to date with school communications.
Equality
- Ensure your child wears the correct uniform, PE kit, and has the necessary equipment for learning.
Self-Control
- Communicate directly with the school for any concerns, avoiding social media for grievances. Be respectful in all communications with staff.