Vision and Values

Vision statement

‘Intelligence plus Character - that is the goal of true education’ Martin Luther King Jr.

At Springwest, we are determined that each and every student achieves and flourishes. Therefore, we strive to teach ‘Great lessons - every period, every day’ to ensure that our students gain a breadth of knowledge, develop curiosity about the world around them and are equipped to make good moral choices. We keep our core values simple.

Values

Believe

We believe in our students, our staff, our school and our local community. We recognise that all students are unique and have different interests and talents. Our high expectations for all, excellent pastoral care and focus on character development ensure that all students feel that they are valued and can be successful. 

Belong

Our culture of kindness promotes a strong sense of belonging for our staff and students. We are proud to be part of the Springwest community. Our huge range of co-curricular activities, leadership opportunities, educational trips and visits and prioritisation of sports and the arts ensure that all students can develop their passions and shine. 

Flourish

Our ultimate aim for students is that they will be both successful and happy at school and beyond in their futures.  We want to equip them with the character virtues that they need to make a good contribution to Springwest and society. 

Virtues

Our Character Education framework, based on research from the Jubilee Centre at the University of Birmingham, focuses on the development of four virtue groups: Intellectual, Moral, Civic and Performance.

Intellectual Virtues

Our students are given many opportunities to develop ambition, curiosity and autonomy within and outside of lessons.

Civic Virtues

Our students are encouraged to volunteer, be charitable and develop community pride.

Moral Virtues

Our students are expected to forgive others, show empathy and express gratitude. In our designated ‘Reflection Weeks’ all students write gratitude slips to families and staff.

Performance Virtues

Our students can attend a range of co-curricular clubs each week and try new activities on Character Days. The Performance Virtues of collaboration, bravery and creativity are consistently modelled by staff and promoted through lessons and beyond.