Vision & School Development Targets

Vision and Mission

 

Sythwood children by the end of year 6 will:  

 

• Be proud, confident, and respectful individuals who recognise their unique talents 
• Have deep knowledge and cultural capital to succeed, with high aspirations and a love of learning 
• Communicate effectively and care for their own and others’ well-being 
• Understand how to stay safe, use technology responsibly, and resolve conflict through restorative practice 
• Be digitally skilled, environmentally conscious, and committed to a sustainable future 
• Be ready to contribute positively to their community and beyond 

 

OUR MISSION 

To achieve this, every day we will strive to: 

 

• Be exceptional role models with consistently high expectations 
• Deliver a curriculum that is inclusive, ambitious, and rich in challenge to deepen learning and accelerate progress 
• Develop the whole child and build cultural capital through purposeful, engaging learning experiences 
• Prioritise safeguarding and well-being in a safe, nurturing environment 
• Embed digital learning and responsible technology use across the curriculum 
• Promote sustainability and restorative practices in our school culture 
• Treat everyone with respect and compassion, listening to and working with our diverse community 

 

Our School Development Targets for 2025/2026 are:

Attendance	Improving attendance for all pupils and staff through proactive support and engagement.
Behaviour	Embedding a restorative approach to behaviour and emotional regulation across the school.
Curriculum:	Strengthening our curriculum, with a focus on challenge, fluency in maths, and subject-specific literacy.
Digital:	Expanding digital learning, including a 1:1 iPad programme and staff development in digital pedagogy.