Ethos

Ethos and Values

Our core values are empathy, kindness, curiosity, resilience, growth mindset, safety, and courage.
These values serve as the guiding principles throughout the curriculum, creating a student-centric, inclusive, and purpose-driven educational environment that nurtures both academic and personal development.
The four purposes of the Curriculum for Wales, harmoniously integrated with our core values, ensure that learners receive a well-rounded education. This alignment reflects our commitment to fostering not only academic progress but also the holistic development of each learner, empowering them to thrive in a supportive and inclusive community and have a ‘life worth living.’

Ambitious, Capable Learners

The curriculum, designed around our core values of empathy and kindness, fosters a supportive and inclusive environment, where each learner’s unique needs and interests are acknowledged.
Personalised pathways, enrichment activities, and varied approaches, such as outdoor education and expressive arts, in still in learners the values of curiosity, resilience, and a growth mindset, empowering them to explore their capabilities.
Link to School Values:
  • Ambitious learners, embodying curiosity and growth mindset, align with our commitment to fostering empathy and kindness in all interactions.
  • Capable learners align with the values of resilience and courage, as they are encouraged to take on challenges and overcome obstacles in their pursuit of excellence.

Enterprising, Creative Contributors

Enrichment activities, including forest school and expressive arts, encourage creativity and innovation, fostering values of curiosity and courage.
Learning experiences integrate real-world applications, preparing learners to contribute meaningfully to their communities through the values of empathy and kindness.
Link to School Values:
  • Creativity and innovation align with the value of curiosity, encouraging learners to approach challenges with an open and inquisitive mind.
  • Enterprising contributors embody resilience and courage, actively contributing to their communities with empathy and kindness.

Ethical, Informed Citizens

Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE) is integrated to promote ethical and informed decision-making, reflecting the values of empathy, kindness, and integrity.
Humanities education provides learners with a global perspective, fostering an understanding of diverse cultures and ethical considerations aligned with the values of empathy and kindness.
Link to School Values:
  • Ethical citizens align with our value of integrity, emphasising the importance of ethical behaviour and responsible decision-making with empathy and kindness.
  • Informed citizens resonate with the value of curiosity, promoting a commitment to lifelong learning and staying informed about the world, all underpinned by values of empathy and kindness.

Healthy, Confident Individuals

Health and Wellbeing education, grounded in the values of safety, promotes the development of emotional resilience, well-being strategies, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Outdoor education and play approach activities contribute to physical and mental well-being, fostering values of courage and kindness.
Link to School Values:

  • Healthy individuals align with our value of well-being, emphasising the holistic development of learners and the importance of safety in all aspects of life.
  • Confidence is fostered through a supportive learning environment, encouraging learners to take risks and express themselves authentically with kindness and courage.