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“We have benefited hugely from our partnership withEdgbarrow. Visits from the Edgbarrow team have beenvery successful and have included the fantastic scienceworkshops and maths puzzles.” Primary HeadteacherAt the Heart of theCommunityAt Edgbarrow, all students know that they are valued as individualsand can make a positive contribution to the school, local area andwider community.At school the students’ voice is heard through Year Grouprepresentatives and the full school council, who will play a partin staff appointments, writing policies and suggesting schoolimprovements. Our students also act to foster mutual respectwithin a safe, caring and supportive community. Year 11 studentslead the ‘Listening Ear’ programme for students who may havedifficulties starting at a new school or with peer relationships. Thewhole school makes a positive contribution by organising andparticipating in our annual sponsored walk, which raises money forthe school and charity.In the local community, our Gifted and Talented students have ledsummer school activities with primary schools, while others haveworked with local councillors to complete local environmentalsurveys. Students are also encouraged to act as leaders throughthe Business and Enterprise specialism where they initiate andreview the school’s contribution with local community groups.We continue to have excellent relationships with our partnerprimary schools. Through our specialism we have provided arange of liaison events across several subjects, as well as fair tradeand enterprise activities. Through a sports leadership programme,Edgbarrow students also organise and lead events at primaryschools.Our students have also made a positive contribution to the widercommunity. Edgbarrow students have represented the local areaat the National Youth Parliament and are regular visitors to theBritish and European Parliaments.Celebrating SuccessThe school has the highest expectations of students at all times and seeks towork with parents and carers to achieve the best outcomes. Our aim is tomotivate students by rewarding positive behaviour, whether this is academicachievement or through displaying skills or talents.Edgbarrow School seeks to reward students’ achievements through a rangeof activities. All students may receive merits or have their efforts recognisedin Year Group assemblies and outings. At the end of each year ourCelebration of Success and Presentation Evenings recognise students’ examresults and those who have worked hard to be successful in their field.