OPEN EVENING FOR PROSPECTIVE YEAR 7 STUDENTS (WHO ARE CURRENTLY IN YEAR 5 or 6) & PARENTS

Wednesday, 7th October 2026 - 6.00pm to 9.00pm

We look forward to welcoming you to our Open Evening in October - there is no need to book. There will be a talk from the Head Teacher at 6.30pm, repeated at 7.30pm. There will be the opportunity to visit our classrooms, meet the teachers, view some work, and watch the various displays/demonstrations happening around the School. Feel free to wander around by yourselves or be guided by our students, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Darrick Wood School

RESPECT | RESPONSIBILITY | HONESTY

Students at Darrick Wood School

Welcome to Darrick Wood School

We provide the highest quality inclusive education founded on our three Core Values of Respect, Responsibility and Honesty and our Vision for Learning which promotes achievement for all. Our overall approach is underpinned by our motto, Revereor Vitam, to have a reverence, or respect for life. 2025/26 marked our 50th anniversary, where we celebrated our rich history, the achievements of generations of pupils, and the strong sense of community that has shaped the School since 1975. As we look ahead, we remain firmly committed to building on this legacy - continuing to provide an exceptional education and ensuring that every young person who joins us can thrive, contribute and feel proud to be part of Darrick Wood School.

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Our Vision for Learning
Our Vision for Learning

Our Vision for Learning

Five core pillars: Progress, Challenge, Relationships, Engagement and Ownership.

The Darrick Wood Way
The Darrick Wood Way

The Darrick Wood Way

Our approach built on respect, responsibility and honesty.

Revereor Vitam
Revereor Vitam

Revereor Vitam

Our motto and foundation for life at Darrick Wood.


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