Vision and Virtues
Our Vision and Values – Equity and Ambition for all
At Thistley Hough, we pride ourselves on delivering an ambitious, broad and balanced curriculum, enabling every student to be successful, respect, responsibility, resilient and skilled young people, who are equipped to make a positive contribution to their city and beyond. Our curriculum intention is to create learners who are articulate, creative, resourceful and independent with a strong moral purpose, who make connections, strive for academic success and personal achievement.
Respect
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Promotes a positive and inclusive school culture where everyone feels valued and is able to engage in disruption-free learning.
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Encourages open communication and effective collaboration between staff, students, and the wider community.
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Builds trust amongst individuals, creating a safe and supportive learning environment.
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Supports personal growth by teaching students to appreciate diversity and differences in others.
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Develops academic growth by students respecting their classwork and showing pride in the presentation of their exercise books.
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Respecting the school's dress code shows pride in belonging to our Academy and helps to create a focused and professional learning environment.
Resilience
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Helps students and staff overcome challenges and setbacks, fostering a growth mindset.
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Encourages persistence in the face of difficulties, leading to long-term success.
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Cultivates emotional strength and adaptability, helping individuals navigate stress and change.
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Teaches the value of learning from failure, turning obstacles into opportunities for improvement.
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Inspires a sense of determination, promoting continuous effort in achieving goals.
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In the workplace, resilience is a key trait that enables individuals to face challenges, adapt to change, and remain motivated, which are all crucial for our students' career advancement.
Responsibility
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Instils a sense of ownership in one's actions, both academically and socially, and encourages accountability and the development of time management and organisational skills.
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Builds trust within the community, as individuals follow through on commitments and duties.
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Fosters a sense of pride in one's work and actions, contributing to a culture of excellence.
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Prepares students for future roles in society by teaching the importance of responsibility in all aspects of life.
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Responsibility for personal behaviour, including attitude and actions, leads to greater self-reliance, improved decision-making, and long-term success.