What Gateway Does Differently

Gateway is a school where high expectations  are shared between staff and children- rather than being foisted on children. This is possible because of the individual relations staff build with every child. We believe that education is a shared experience betweenteacher and child, and that a true  teacher listens, shares, discusses; giving the child opportunities & skills to think for themselves.

Gateway draws out individual strengths and  gives children the opportunity to use them whilst  helping children with specific difficulties. There is a   true sense of belonging  to a community here.

Gateway allows children to develop their strengths, support weaknesses and makes them feel part of a nurturing community. The attention to the individual is paramount and teachers spend  a lot of time talking about the children and passing on information in order to meet the needs of each child. The school provides opportunities for children to express themselves and appreciate  beautiful literature, art and music through initiatives like the Take One Picture project.

Gateway makes a celebration of learning; sharing in each child’s joy at their success.

Creates an environment where the children and happy,  willing to learn and receive regular praise and feedback  from staff who put their individual needs first.