Aberlady Primary School  

Aberlady Primary School is a non-denominational, co-educational local authority school.  It provides for pupils from approximately 3-12 years of age (Nursery - P7).

At present there are approximately 141 pupils arranged across 7 primary classes.  The nursery provision is for 32 children.

The school has been functioning for longer than memories last with the present building opening in 1931.  Classrooms are well resourced for their respective stages including play based equipment in primary 1 and 2, and an interactive whiteboard in every room.  The school has a general purpose room and a main school hall which is used for PE, assemblies, school lunches and special occasions.

The local environment plays a very important part in the curriculum at Aberlady Primary School.  We are privileged to be located in an area as beautiful as that of Aberlady.  The school grounds include an area of woodland (which we call the Wood of Wonder) playing fields and tarmac surfaces.  We are fortunate to have a summer house called The Owl’s Nest, which was funded in part by an art exhibition on the school’s 75th anniversary year and, in part, from the generous support of our PTA.  The school fosters and incorporates positive elements of village life into the curriculum, and we enjoy regular links with the local community.

OUR VISION, VALUES AND AIMS

Care, Belong, Achieve

VISION - Care, Belong, Achieve

Our vision for all of our learners is that they achieve, they feel they belong and they are cared for.

At Aberlady, we envision a dynamic and vibrant learning community, where potential is not just acknowledged but actively nurtured through collaborative partnerships. In our school, every individual is highly valued, treated with kindness, and the respect they deserve.

We are committed to striving for the best for all of our young people and preparing them to take their place as global citizens.  We see a school that is dedicated to the highest levels of achievement and attainment, where we use our talents, skills and abilities to effect change, both locally and globally, because we know we can make a difference.  We see a school that equips, supports and empowers this generation for the future, and where leadership capacity is encouraged. We see a school where everyone can belong. This is Aberlady Primary School.

 Values

Our school ethos is underpinned by 4 values:

 Wonder, Resilience, Respect and Drive

 Aims of the School

1. Ethos

We aim to promote a positive nurturing environment where staff and pupils have the opportunity to develop a sense of individuality and pride in the school. We value a climate of equality, honesty, trust and respect where we are able to appreciate individual differences.  We aim to enable the children to become successful learners, confident individuals, effective contributors and responsible citizens.

2. Curriculum

We aim to provide a well-planned, structured and balanced curriculum which takes account of local and national guidelines, motivating children, enabling them to make good progress from nursery to P7 and to fulfil their potential.  We believe children should have access to personalisation and choice within the curriculum involving cross-curricular, experiential learning.  We aim for a Curriculum for Excellence, ensuring balance across the four capacities.

3. Learning and Teaching

We aim to use a variety of teaching approaches, resources and activities that will motivate pupils and foster a personal responsibility for their own learning within the classroom, the wider school environment and beyond, in line with East Lothian’s Learning and Teaching Policy. We aim to develop each child's self-esteem, confidence in their own ability.

4. Attainment and Achievement

We aim to ensure that each child achieves the highest possible level of attainment. We will monitor children's attainment by undertaking regular, meaningful assessments and encourage the children to become efficient assessors of their own and others’ work. Clear records of children's progress will be kept and shared regularly with pupils and parents. We will record and celebrate individual and whole school achievements. 

5. Support for Pupils

In line with Standard in Scotland’s School (Scotland) Act 2000 and Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004, we aim to promote effective learning and teaching for all pupils, including those with additional support needs.  We aim to develop our pupils’ personalities, talents, and abilities to their fullest potential.

6. Resources

We aim to provide a wide range of easily accessible, up to date and relevant resources, as well as making good use of community resources and our locality. We aim to utilise fully the skills of our staff. We recognise and celebrate the contribution from parents and the community as teaching resources.

7. Leadership

We aim to maintain a climate of openness and mutual respect, ensuring opportunities for self-evaluation, feedback and discussion in order that all (staff, pupils, parents and our community) feel their opinions are valued and contribute to school improvement. We aim to be proactive and innovative in developing all aspects of the life of the school.