ackworth school
Pontefract
To develop a well integrated and self-disciplined community, with an
international dimension, in which the values of Quakers are seen to underpin the
school. To help all pupils to progress at a pace appropriate to their age,
aptitude, interests and ability, to achieve the best external examination
results of which they are capable and to leave school equipped to lead a full
and responsible life in the adult world. To provide, and encourage the use of,
the widest possible range of opportunities, e.g. sporting, creative and
recreational, outside the formal curriculum. To help pupils to grow in
self-respect and to appreciate and enjoy the benefits of good health. To
encourage pupils to consider others before self, to look for the good in people
and to be honest and trustworthy at all times.