Schools in the Scottish Borders
The schools service is responsible for the education of almost 18,000 children across the Borders. Education is delivered through 9 secondary schools, 65 primary schools (46 with nursery units) and a number of private and voluntary sector nursery providers. Our schools consistently demonstrate high levels of attainment - well above national average. A number of the schools have support centers to help children with additional needs and offer part-time and full-time placements. We are pleased with this position but not complacent. We have five clearly articulated aims for the schools service that are focused on delivering continuous improvement. These are:
- to develop the best learning and teaching experience for all that delivers high standards of achievement, creativity, motivation and ambition
- to utilise our resources wisely to deliver effective, efficient and empowering learning environments for all
- to promote inclusion and ensure equality of opportunity and access for all and to all areas of the service
- to forge highly effective and productive partnerships and working practices with learners, staff, parents, professional colleagues and communities
- to encourage and develop citizenship in ways that actively promote participation, confidence, responsibility pride and ambition
Further information on our aims and Local Improvement Objectives can be seen in 'Better - next steps for schools 2007 - 2010' the document that links national legislation and priorities, through SBC's Corporate and Community Plans, departmental business plans to school improvement plan.
Our Schools
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