Ethos and Vision
At St Andrew’s School we aim to deliver a highly personalised, inclusive curriculum that balances academic learning with social communication, independence and wellbeing. The focus is on enabling our students to access education meaningfully, develop essential life skills and prepare for adulthood.
Our school vision is “Encouraging every student through learning, creativity and adventure to become a kind, respectful and independent young adult prepared for the future.”
At St Andrew’s School we believe that students need to be safe and that every member of our school community is accepted as a unique individual, feels important and is valued as such. In accordance with Quaker principles, all members are valued as equals for the important contribution they make to the school and wider community.
Simplicity - Encouraging clarity in teaching, learning and communication by focusing on what really matters for our students.
Peace – Promoting a calm, respectful environment where conflict is resolved constructively, underpinned by wellbeing and positive relationships.
Integrity – Acting with honesty and consistency, ensuring that our words and actions build trust across our school community.
Community – Valuing the contribution of all. Education at St Andrew’s is a shared journey between students, staff, families and wider society.
Equality – Ensuring fairness and inclusion. Valuing each learner as an individual and tailoring opportunities to their individual needs and aspirations.
Stewardship – Encouraging responsibility for resources, the environment and each other.
We are committed to providing students with a wide experience of opportunities, interests and options so they are prepared for life beyond St Andrew’s and leave being the best they can be and ready for further education and adulthood. Careers education is embedded across the curriculum and aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks.