Mission Statement
At Smallthorne Primary Academy, our children are at the heart of everything we do. We are a happy, vibrant and creative school where every child is supported to Smile, Strive and Shine. Within our nurturing and stimulating environment, pupils grow in confidence, aim high and experience joy in all aspects of school life.
We ensure every child feels valued, listened to and empowered, taking an active role in their learning journey and developing the character, creativity and curiosity needed to succeed. Respect, kindness and inclusion underpin our school community: we celebrate both similarities and differences to create a safe, harmonious and welcoming environment.
We are proud to work in partnership with families, our local community and the wider trust. Together, we prepare our children academically, socially and emotionally for their future, ensuring they leave us as confident, compassionate and capable learners ready for the world beyond our school.
Aims
We aim to:
- Provide a safe, happy and nurturing environment filled with warmth, care and enthusiasm for learning, where children collaborate, grow in independence and feel proud of who they are.
- Instil high expectations and aspiration for every pupil and adult within our community.
- Develop pupils’ understanding of the world around them, preparing them to contribute positively to society.
- Ensure children enjoy each stage of their development and are fully prepared for the next step in their education.
- Promote self-respect, respect for others and appreciation of diversity, including differences in background, culture, belief, gender and opinion.
- Celebrate children’s achievements, talents and ambitions, nurturing their motivation and resilience.
- Encourage physical development, coordination, teamwork, fairness and an awareness of health, wellbeing and safety.
- Equip children with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for adult life in an ever-changing world.
- Strive for excellence in all we do, ensuring high-quality teaching, rich learning experiences and a strong Character & Arts ethos.
Vision Statement
At Smallthorne Primary Academy, only the best is good enough for our children and the community we serve. We set high expectations for every learner and place children’s needs at the centre of all planning, decision-making and curriculum design.
We foster a positive, forward-thinking culture that embraces change, values staff, and supports innovative, evidence-based practice. Our Character & Arts curriculum provides a broad, ambitious and creative education, enriched with meaningful experiences that develop independence, resilience and a love of learning.
We ensure that all pupils—including our able, talented and high-achieving children—are challenged and supported to reach their full potential. Strong partnerships with parents, carers and external agencies help us secure the best possible outcomes for every child.
Through high aspirations, inclusive values and a commitment to excellence, we empower our whole community to Smile, Strive and Shine.