School Aims
The aim of Dingwall Academy is to enable all children to develop their capacities as successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors to society by:-
- Educating every pupil in accordance with age and ability in a caring and disciplined environment of equal opportunity.
- Developing the notion that learning is a lifelong process.
- Imparting a sense of respect both for ourselves and for others recognising the worth of each individual.
- Preparing the pupils for all aspects of their adult lives and to develop their skills in terms of good citizenship.
- Providing an all round education including aspects of education not directly related to the curriculum.
- Developing self-discipline, independent thinking and those skills which will help pupils to reach their full potential
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