Our vision

Thurso High School’s vision is:

'For every pupil to achieve their potential in a safe, happy and caring environment in which all pupils feel valued and accepted'. 

Values

As part of a focus on developing a positive school ethos, staff and pupils work together to embed key values which have been jointly agreed by members of the school community including parents, pupils and staff. Thurso High School’s values are represented through the 'TRACK' acronym as follows:

Teamwork

I am willing to work alongside others to achieve the aims of THS. This means:

• Contributing positively to the school community

• Representing Thurso High School in the wider community

• Cooperating with others in class and school activities.

Respect

I will show respect for staff, other pupils and the community. This means:

• Being polite and considerate towards others

• Listening and following instructions when they are given

• Taking pride in school property and the surrounding environment.

Achievement

I will always aim to realise my potential by working to the best of my ability. This means:

• Recognising the importance of learning for all

• Successfully engaging in lessons and school activities

• Working towards short term and long term goals.

Commitment

I will be supportive of the values of Thurso High School and its ethos. This means:

• Showing loyalty to the school community

• Remaining resilient even when in challenging situations

• Being willing to work to the highest level

Kindness

I will treat others the way I would like to be treated. This means:

• Being willing to support and show care for those who need help

• Considering other people’s thoughts and feelings

• Showing manners and courtesy to others in the school and the community.

Aims

We have worked together as a school community to develop a set of aims that guide our daily practice and ensure we remain focused on realising our shared vision for Thurso High School.

Our aims are:

• To set high expectations for attainment, achievement, behaviour, attendance and punctuality.

• To provide quality learning and teaching experiences for all.

• To provide an engaging, challenging and creative curriculum for all learners.

• To create an ethos of kindness and respect so all pupils feel included, supported, resilient and valued.

• To ensure all pupils leave Thurso High School to a positive and sustained destination.