Our Mission & Values
Our mission and values are more than statements; they are the reason we exist, the driving force behind everything we do, and the difference we make in society. They guide our decisions, shape our culture, and inspire us to serve with purpose.
Our approach to defining our mission and values is inspired by Patrick Lencioni’s book, The Advantage. Lencioni’s work challenges organisations to answer six critical questions, the first four being:
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Why do we exist?
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How do we behave?
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What do we do?
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How will we succeed?
These questions have helped us create clarity, align our efforts and ensure we remain true to our purpose.
The answers to these questions can be found below.
Why do we exist?
We know that education is the key to a better future. It opens doors to employment, improves health and gives young people a sense of purpose. But for many pupils, there are barriers in their way.
Our job, alongside families, is to remove those barriers and provide the support, challenge, and guidance children need to achieve. If we get it right for our pupils, we help to improve our local and national community for everyone.
How do we behave?
Everything we do is guided by three core values:
We are kind – showing care and supporting each other.
We have integrity – doing the right thing and always putting children first.
We work with diligence - overcoming obstacles and having no excuses.
These values do not replace the individual values of each school within our trust. Those values are integral to the unique cultures we’ve nurtured. Instead, our trust values serve as a complement—uniting us under a shared ethos.
What do we do?
Broken down, this means we ensure pupils have the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. We provide experiences that broaden horizons and inspire ambition, and we support children to develop key character traits that help prepare them for life beyond school.
Every member of our trust community—staff, pupils, and families—plays a role in this shared mission. Together, we are working to create a brighter future for all.