Vision and Values

Our Mission 

We exist to give the children of Cummersdale School a first class education, preparing them with skills which will see them for secondary schools and beyond ensuring that they have lasting memories of their time at primary school.

By stakeholders upholding the following values:

  • Trust
  • Collaboration
  • Ownership
  • Inspiration, Passion and Fun

 We aim to ensure that the children at Cummersdale School achieve success. 

TRUST

'We do the right thing'

  • We act and communicate with honesty, openness and integrity.
  • We encourage constructive discussions and challenge to find the best solutions. 
  • Everyone is treated fairly, respected and valued. 

Examples of what we want to see: 

  • We are consistent in our approach to children and adults being fair at all times. 
  • We are approachable and always willing to listen.
  • We treat others with respect and patience. 
  • we encourage everyone to be the best they can making them feel supported and valued. 
  • We role model high standards, best practice and lead by example.
  • We uphold high standards of integrity and ethical behaviour. 

What we don't want to see:

  • Showing inconsistency and unfairness.
  • Ignoring issues or bad behaviour.
  • Showing insincerity, gossiping and back biting. 

COLLABORATION

'In working together we achieve more'

  • We put the children at the heart of what we do.
  • We have common sense, purpose and a shared vision.
  • We communicate and cooperate, sharing best practice, skills, information and ideas. 

Examples of what we want to see:

  • We welcome and value the contributions made by everyone as crucial to the success of the school. 
  • We support each other.
  • We see asking for help as a strength. 
  • We welcome new team members. 

Examples of what we do not want to see:

  • Leave people isolated, not included, unsupported and not part of the team. 
  • Make decisions that affect others without consulting them in the process. 
  • Blame others.
  • Fail to engage, join in or be part of the team. 

OWNERSHIP

'We take responsibility to make things happen'

  • We have clear responsibilities and deliver what is expected of us. 
  • We take personal accountability for seeing things through. 
  • We empower leaders at all levels to make decisions.

Examples of what we want to see:

  • When we take on tasks, we take responsibility for making sure they are completed. 
  • We learn from our mistakes, reviewing when something goes wrong and taking steps to make sure it does not happen again. 
  • We problem solve and think longer term. 
  • We review and challenge outmoded processes, updating our skills regularly.
  • We identify clear responsibilities, set realistic objectives.

Examples of what we don't want to see:

  • Passing problems on to someone else if it's our responsibility.
  • Blaming others, finding fault or moaning without doing anything to improve things. 
  • Expecting that someone else will do it. 
  • Ignoring others views and being blinkered in thinking that your idea is the only one which will work. 

INSPIRING, PASSIONATE AND FUN

'We love what we do and we do what we love'

  • We create an environment where learning is a fun and rewarding experience. 
  • We create magical moments and pockets full of memories. 
  • We aim to inspire learners giving them the skills they need to succeed. 

Examples of what we want to see:

  • We have a school improvement plan which excites us and gives us the opportunity to learn and grow.
  • Embracing new opportunities and celebrate success. 

Examples of what we do not want to see:

  • An 'I don't care' attitude. 
  • A lack luster approach.
  • A regimented silent culture where it is unacceptable to speak. 
  • Only finding fault and presenting obstacles without any ideas for improvement.