‘It is a welcoming school that puts children first.’

‘The values the school has shine through the students.’

‘Gilberdyke is a place where everyone feels welcome because we are respectful of each other and friendly.’

‘Gilberdyke is about respect and responsibility. I’ve learnt a LOT about that whilst I’ve been here and we need to. We try our hardest in everything and never give up!’

‘This school is a safe, educating, welcoming, accepting and all round brilliant school.’

‘This school is an environment where everyone has a voice.’

‘I’ve really valued the amount of respect I’ve been shown. I know that I’m never alone. I can talk to anyone.’

‘I’m going to miss having fun lessons. Gilberdyke has taught me simple manners and respect and how much that is needed and necessary in life.’

‘I came from another school and I’ve met loads of new friends. This school is about friendship, respect and we always follow the expectations, it works well.’

‘The children are happy because of the amount of effort teachers put into wellbeing.’

‘The best thing about Gilberdyke is that we accept everyone for who they are – that’s the thing I’ll miss most.’

‘All staff greet with a smile and are approachable and always there to listen.’

‘Responsibility is key to having a good career, this school has taught me that.’

‘Children are given the confidence to grow and learn.’

‘Gilberdyke is a kind and respectful school with trusted people to talk to. Everyone gets along with each other because of the values about respect, responsibility and resilience.’

‘There are loads of things to do here, it’s fun in lessons and loads of other people to make friends with.’