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Ethos & Values
At Fir Tree, our mission is simple and ambitious: to provide an excellent education for every child and to positively transform lives through high-quality learning and meaningful experiences.
We celebrate the rich diversity within our school community and recognise the unique worth of every individual. We are committed to nurturing confident, capable children who develop a positive self-image and a strong “can-do” attitude — enabling them not just to grow, but to flourish.
We equip our children with the knowledge, skills and character they need to succeed throughout their education and beyond. We prepare them to be thoughtful citizens and tomorrow’s leaders — young people who reach for their dreams, act with integrity and step confidently into the future.
At the heart of our ethos is the belief that every child deserves the Freedom to Flourish. To flourish is to grow and develop in a healthy, confident and vigorous way — supported by a nurturing, inspiring and inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued and challenged.
Our Values: The 5Rs
Our school values are embodied in our 5Rs:
Respect
We value ourselves, each other and our environment. We listen, show kindness and celebrate differences within our diverse community.
Resilience
We persevere when learning is challenging. We understand that mistakes help us grow and that determination leads to success.
Readiness
We come prepared to learn, with positive attitudes and a willingness to engage. We are ready for the next steps in our learning journey.
Risk Taking
We are brave in our learning. We try new ideas, ask questions and step outside our comfort zones to discover our potential.
Responsibility
We take ownership of our actions, our behaviour and our learning. We contribute positively to our school and wider community.
These values are embedded in every aspect of life at Fir Tree. They shape our classrooms, our relationships and our expectations. They guide how we learn, how we lead and how we care for one another. Children, staff, governors and parents all play a vital role in living these values and driving continuous improvement in both provision and outcomes — ensuring that every child leaves Fir Tree not only ready for the next stage of education, but ready for life.