Vision and Values

The inspection team praised our school leaders for ensuring that the vision and values of resourcefulness, resilience, and responsibility are deeply embedded in every aspect of school life, and the strong moral compass and clear set of principles that guide their learning and interactions as a result.

Our leadership was particularly commended for its sensitive and strategic planning, which has helped create an environment where every pupil feels valued, listened to, and supported. Wellbeing is not an add-on at Saint Nicholas; it is an integral part of our daily practices. 

Crucially, inspectors remarked on the strong relationships between teachers and pupils, which create a culture where pupils feel comfortable asking for help and taking academic risks. Behaviour is consistently excellent, and this contributes to a focused and supportive learning environment.

 

Highlights From The 2025 Report

Leaders ensure that the school's vision and values of resourcefulness, resilience and responsibility, are promoted through all aspects of school life.

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Teachers form highly effective relationships with pupils. As a result, pupils feel well supported and are comfortable to ask for support and clarification when required.

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Leaders foster a culture of kindness and mutual respect, where values, such as ambition and resilience, are shared openly.

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Through careful and sensitive planning, leaders have created an environment in which pupils are valued as individuals, feel listened to and have their wellbeing supported and promoted effectively.

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The school fosters in pupils a clear sense of social responsibility and respect for diversity, inclusion and equity

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Leaders and staff treat pupils with respect and provide them with consistent encouragement. As a result, pupils exhibit high levels of self-confidence and self-esteem.

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