NBS Values
NBS Values
Our mission is to deliver ‘Achievement for All’,
one child at a time.
We do this by creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where every student is empowered to achieve the grades that unlock the doors of opportunity. Driven by our core values of hard work, ambition, resilience, empowerment, diversity, and helping others, we believe that academic excellence is the golden ticket to success. We are committed to equipping our students with the skills, knowledge, and love of learning that they need to excel, ensuring they have the confidence and capability to shape a better world. Through perseverance and collaboration, our students will not only achieve their personal goals but also become compassionate leaders who inspire positive change.
Our Values
| AMBITION | HARD WORK | RESILIENCE |
|---|---|---|
| “We are highly ambitious because we know that achievement is the golden ticket to opportunity. As inquirers, we seek out new challenges and strive to expand our knowledge and skills.” “We foster lifelong learning and growth, so we embrace opportunities to challenge our thinking. As thinkers, we approach each challenge critically, continuously reflecting to improve and develop further.” “We set ambitious goals for ourselves. As principled individuals, we devise effective strategies and resolutely stick to the plan, remaining focused and reflective until we have achieved these goals.” | “We believe that with hard work we can achieve anything. As risk-takers, we are willing to step out of our comfort zones and push ourselves beyond limits to accomplish our goals.” “We know that we are responsible for our own progress – the amount of progress we make is directly proportionate to the hard work we put in. As principled individuals, we hold ourselves accountable and commit to putting in the effort necessary for success.” “We focus on the hard work we have to do because we know that controlling the present is the only way to control the future. As reflective learners, we evaluate our work and adapt our approach to ensure continued improvement and growth.” | “We take responsibility for our learning and growth and use the support of those around us to get ourselves through challenging situations. As communicators, we actively seek help when needed and work collaboratively with others to overcome difficulties.” “We recognise that framing setbacks positively enables us to learn from our mistakes. As reflective individuals, we use each setback as an opportunity to grow and adjust our approach for the future.” “Rather than blaming others, we look within ourselves to understand what we could have done better. As principled learners, we take ownership of our actions and continuously strive to improve our personal growth.” |
| DIVERSITY | EMPOWERMENT | HELPING OTHERS |
|---|---|---|
| “We are internationally minded and value the voices and experiences of others. As open-minded individuals, we respect diverse perspectives and welcome different cultures and viewpoints.” “We learn from the diversity of views that surround us because they stimulate our creativity, broaden our horizons, and help us understand the world. As thinkers, we embrace new ideas and challenges, which help us grow and adapt in an ever-changing global society.” “We relish the opportunity to work in teams, and we make the best use of individualised talents. As communicators, we collaborate effectively, sharing ideas and learning from the strengths of others to achieve common goals.” “We are mindful of the impact, and we never use discriminatory language. As principled individuals, we treat everyone with respect, promoting inclusivity.” | “We know that by cultivating the correct frame of mind we are empowered to make informed decisions and become the leaders of tomorrow. As knowledgeable individuals, we understand the importance of continuous learning and use that knowledge to make thoughtful, confident choices.” “We are proactive in taking care of our physical and mental health, and we self-regulate in order to succeed. As balanced individuals, we strive for harmony in all aspects of our lives, ensuring we have the resilience and well-being to thrive.” “We take responsibility for our actions and act with integrity, honesty, and politeness. We value self-respect and in doing so, command the respect of others. As principled individuals, we hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards of honesty and fairness.” | “We recognise that helping others is what makes us human. We are proud of our moral purpose. As caring individuals, we show empathy and compassion, offering our support to those in need and fostering a sense of community.” “We use our strengths to help those who need it the most. As principled individuals, we act with integrity, always choosing to use our abilities for the betterment of others and to contribute positively to society.” “We are courageous in calling out bullying and unkind behaviour in all of its forms. As risk-takers, we stand up for what is right, even when it is difficult, and work towards creating an inclusive, respectful environment for all.” |
WMAT Values
Integrity
- Integrity means distinguishing right from wrong and doing the right thing. Integrity also requires courage and accountability. We deliver work of the highest quality (by our standards as well as those of our students and their families).
- We deliver what we say we will. We share our professional judgements with students and their families – even those that may be unpopular – in a manner that is both candid and respectful.
Respect
- We respect the capacity and desire for personal growth in our students and staff. We treat people with consideration. We value ideas on their merit.
- We recognise that respect requires both truthfulness and empathy. We deal with one another in an open and honest way. We encourage constructive criticism. We reward performance and contribution consistent with our values. We lead by example.
- We thrive knowing that ours is a demanding profession. We accept this responsibility as a trust, as schools and as individuals.
Diversity
- We strive for a diverse workplace. It is fundamental to our success that we accept, value, and integrate the contributions of people. Diversity of thought, expertise, experience, and background are important in creating an environment in which creative tensions are harnessed and new ideas emerge.
- We are committed to WMAT being an institution in which all individuals have an opportunity to flourish and succeed, regardless of their age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, belief or sexual orientation.
Student Achievement
- We measure our success by our students’ success. We make all our resources available to our students and commit ourselves wholeheartedly to their success. In trade-offs between staff and a student’s interest, the student comes first.
- Strategy matters. We seek competitive advantage for our students. Our approach is to consider the education agenda as a whole, the competition, and its dynamics. Valid data, rigorous analyses, external perspectives, root causes, and explicit logic serve as our foundations for objective decision-making.
- Our standards for progress and value added are extremely high. Our work helps change, as necessary, the mindset of our staff and students. We make sure we enhance student capabilities and deliver for them exceptional examination performances. We hold ourselves accountable for this.
Working in Teams
- WMAT schools are divided into departments and teams. In these teams, staff work together in a manner that is team-oriented, constructive, and challenging. We know that teamwork is essential to the success of our students. We want to strengthen our students’ capabilities and be a catalyst for change in their lives. Each student is unique, and there is seldom only one solution. We believe that breakthrough ideas often result from the work of teams seeking to creatively solve real achievement challenges.
Sharing our Success
- We seek to extend the art and science of teaching and school leadership by generalising from our experience. We seek to have a positive and lasting impact beyond the multiacademy trust domain.
- We believe we can contribute to the changing educational landscape, both directly through our student work and through our work with other trusts, schools and national organisations.
