At SFAET, culture is understood as the collective mindset, the shared beliefs, deeply held values, and established norms. Our culture informs our outcomes, our relationships, our expectations of, and commitment to, students and staff.
Our Pledge to staff:
We will promote diversity and will treat each other with respect and professionalism - providing role models for the students.
We will support and encourage staff to be the best that they can be and celebrate their achievements.
We will promote a culture that puts staff wellbeing and health at its heart. Our staff will experience a sense of belonging - feeling valued and happy in their work.
We will work collaboratively as a Trust whilst respecting our schools’ individual identities and promoting them within our local community.
We will support staff to develop their sense of self-confidence and worth, empowering them to be innovative and creative in their contributions.
Our Pledge to students, parents and carers:
We will create a culture that has success for all at its foundation in making the aspirations of students, parents and carers a reality.
We will provide opportunities for all students to develop academically and personally.
We will support our pupils and families to develop their resilience to the challenges of modern life.
We will ensure that each school feels like a community where everyone belongs and is respected, and the wellbeing of students and families is a priority.
We will recognise and celebrate the range of diverse qualities that we all bring.
We will provide an environment where students feel safe and happy.
We will broaden students’ understanding of the world around them and prepare them for the next stage in their lives.
At SFAET we promote high expectations by empowering staff and students to set ambitious goals, pursue excellence, and reach their full potential.
Our Pledge to staff:
We will invest in the continuous professional development of all staff and nurture their talents and ambitions.
We will champion continuous professional development, provide coaching opportunities, high-quality training, line management, opportunities for growth, with a clear pathway for progression and promoting leadership at all levels.
We will empower our staff to take ownership of their own development and are eager to improve their practice. All staff understand through this approach the Trust continues to evolve and strengthen.
We will provide opportunities for staff to flourish and fulfil their potential, thriving in their professional role and beyond.
We will provide an environment that is aspirational and offers appropriate challenges and support.
We will empower all staff to be aspirational role models who inspire and guide students and colleagues towards realising their full potential.
Our Pledge to students, parents and carers:
We will commit to ensuring every student has the opportunity to exceed their targets and goals.
We will provide a rich, relevant and challenging curriculum which balances skills with deep knowledge and sparks students curiosity, laying the foundations for lifelong learning.
We will develop skills for life beyond the
classroom, helping build confidence,
independence, and resilience through challenging learning experiences and reflective practice. This will ensure that all students grow academically, socially and emotionally.
We will offer a wide range of enriching experiences and opportunities for competition, both inside and outside the classroom, that allow students to discover their talents and passions.
We will equip students with the knowledge, skills and character traits needed to thrive and excel in a rapidly changing world.
At SFAET, inclusion is about creating a community where everyone belongs and no one is left behind particularly including students with SEND and all vulnerable groups. We value Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, this means ensuring everyone feels welcome, valued for who they are, and has the opportunity to succeed in their own unique way.
Our Pledge to staff:
We will create and maintain a fully inclusive working environment in which all staff are valued and treated equally.
We will value all staff voices and provide a platform for everyone to be heard.
We will provide high quality staff training to allow for adaptive provision.
We will ensure equitable recruitment practices to build a team that reflects the communities we serve.
Our Pledge to students, parents and carers:
We will ensure all students reach their full potential academically and pastorally.
We will value all students' voices and provide a platform for everyone to be heard.
We will promote a culture of inclusion where differences are embraced and celebrated, and where discrimination is not tolerated.
We will provide a curriculum which is inclusive of students' backgrounds, identities and experience.
We will strive to offer equal opportunities for all, in and out of school, irrespective of students' backgrounds, identities and experience.
We will provide adaptive practice to meet individual students' needs, ensuring the right support is provided to the right student at the right time.
The Success for All Educational Trust (SFAET) is dedicated to creating a vibrant and supportive community where everyone can flourish. Together, we enjoy working collaboratively to build a foundation for success for all. We recognise our role in the community reaches beyond our schools gates and enhances all those we serve.
Our Pledge to staff:
We will commit to build strong, meaningful connections and relationships within and beyond our schools.
We will foster strong community links to further strengthen the bonds between home, school, and the local area.
We will undertake collaborative events, partner with local organisations, invite guest speakers, and support student-led projects that respond to the needs of each school and its wider community.
We will continue to be a forward thinking learning community which fosters success for all.
Our Pledge to students, parents and carers:
We will instil a strong sense of community within our schools and with the world around us.
We will help students see the value of being part of something bigger, and support them to make a positive difference in their school and local community.
We will ensure each school maintains a unique identity so as to best serve its community.
We will commit to each school providing opportunities to its community to access facilities outside of the school day.
