Mission, Vision, Values

Our Mission

STEP Academy Trust is committed to improving the life chances of all children. Where we have the capacity to make a difference we are morally bound to do so.

Our Vision

We aim to create a secure and stimulating environment in which all our pupils can achieve their full potential. Staff are totally committed to equal opportunity and we constantly strive for a positive, inclusive education for all.

Our Values

• Passion Passionate about learning
• Urgency We recognise the importance of every moment
• Positivity We spread positivity to all around us
• Aspiration We dare to be great
• Commitment We are committed to improving and progressing

Our Aims

All members of staff, both teaching and non-teaching, share and endorse the school ethos:

Our school is a forward thinking and caring school, committed to the intellectual, social, emotional and physical wellbeing of all who work and learn there, and is an integral part of the local community.

There is:

• An exciting, well balanced knowledge-based curriculum.
• Warm and caring relationships between adults and children.
• Well organised and stimulating learning environments including outside the classroom.
• High expectations that are age-appropriate.
• A positive learning culture throughout the school.
• Equality of opportunity for all.
• Opportunities for parents to become involved.
• Challenging professional development for staff.
• Strong links with the local community.