Mission, Vision and Ethos

OUR VISION: 

“Nurture – Believe – Discover – Achieve’

EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED!

Our vision for Studfall Junior Academy reflects a passionate commitment to learning and recognition of the uniqueness of individual learners. It is driven by our desire to offer the best possible education for our children in partnership with parents, carers and the local community.

In order to achieve this vision we will:

• include all children into the school community
• promote an ethos within school, which provides a happy and supportive environment for all
• aim for high standards of academic achievement
• create a positive learning environment in which good behaviour is rewarded
• offer a wide and enjoyable curriculum, which develops awareness of health issues, well-being and cultural differences
• take account of the diversity of learning styles
• celebrate achievement in any area and at any level
• share good practice amongst ourselves and with others
• keep abreast of current trends in education and adopt those which will be of value to the children we work with
• support parents in a variety of ways to enable them to help their own children
• work closely with our colleagues at Studfall Infant School to enable a positive transition for pupils and offer a supportive resource for the community
• work closely with other professionals to meet the needs of the individual child
• offer extended facilities to provide a range of support on the academy site

  OUR VALUES

  Values are fundamental expressions of what we think and believe. As a school we encourage the children to think about personal and social values, to become aware of and involved in the life and concerns of their community and society, and so develop their capacity to be active and effective future citizens.

  
  AT STUDFALL, OUR CORE VALUES ARE:

  FRIENDSHIP

  We value friendship as fundamental to the development and fulfilment of ourselves and others, and the good of the community.

  RESPECT

  Develop self-respect and respect for others. Promote inclusion and appreciate the diversity of people’s backgrounds and circumstances.

   RESPONSIBILITY

  Take responsibility for the way we lead our lives, how we use our talents, rights and opportunities.

  PERSEVERANCE

  Maintain a ‘can do’ attitude and aspire to achieve your goals.

  KINDNESS

  Show care and concern and exercise goodwill towards others.

  

  TO HAVE FUN

  To demonstrate that learning is fun, for school to be a place that you want to be!

  

  INCLUSION

  Treat children and others fairly, equitably and with dignity and respect, to maintain an inclusive culture.

  WELL ORGANISED AND SYSTEMATIC

  Establish good communication links, embed consistently applied policies and practices that ensure effective day-to-day running of the school.

  OUR AIMS

  Aims reflect our beliefs and values and represent our vision and what we want to achieve as an academy community. WE AIM TO BE:

  VALUES CENTRED

  Promote our core values and foster positive attitudes to all people, races, religions and ways of life.

  DYNAMIC AND INNOVATIVE

  Deliver a dynamic and innovative curriculum that challenges, excites and inspires children to achieve their best.

  

  COMMUNITY ORIENTATED

  Help children develop an understanding of citizenship and empower them to make valuable contributions locally and globally. Engage with the academy and wider community to enrich and enhance children’s achievement and personal development.

  INCLUSIVE

  Treat children and others fairly, equitably and with dignity and respect, to maintain an inclusive culture.

  ACCOUNTABLE AT ALL LEVELS

  Promote collective responsibility for raised standards and improved outcomes for children by ensuring that everyone understands their role in contributing to the success of the academy.

  LEARNING CENTRED

  Create an inclusive learning culture where children and others within the academy community are challenged in their thinking, strive for continuous improvement and are committed to life-long learning.

  CARING AND SUPPORTIVE

  Create a happy, caring and supportive environment, through a strong partnership between our families, the community and the school. Ensure the safety of every child and promote opportunities to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle.

  WELL ORGANISED AND SYSTEMATIC

  Establish good communication links, embed consistently applied policies and practices that ensure effective day-to-day running of the school.

  AND

  HAVE HIGH EXPECTATIONS

  Set high expectations to enable children to become effective, enthusiastic, independent learners.

  CELEBRATE SUCCESS
  Nurture self-esteem through the celebration of children’s achievements.