Our Aspiration Tree

This is The Woodland Grange Aspiration Tree. It shows all of the qualities and attributes that we want our children to develop during their time with us.

Respectful and Empathetic

 At Woodland Grange we are proud of the mix of backgrounds from which our children come. Whether it is cultural or religious differences, we want every child at our school to be respectful and understanding of each other. Children consider what they can do to make the world a kinder, fairer and more respectful place. One kind word can go a long way. In our school we learn about many different faiths and we reflect on the cultural diversity of our school.

Physically Strong & Confident

At Woodland Grange we want all our children to be physically strong and confident. Having good core strength and stability, a good sense of balance and motor control is essential and can have a wide impact in many areas. The extensive range of opportunities for children at Woodland Grange is key to their development and we encourage them to be as physically active as possible, which in turn helps them develop in the classroom.

Creative

Creativity is at the very heart of Woodland Grange. It allows children to be individuals, helps to develop their self-esteem and leads to feelings of pride and accomplishment. In short, it is vital and we take every opportunity at our school to be creative.

Independent Thinkers

We empower children to be in charge of their own learning. Children are encouraged to become independent thinkers, considering the content of a lesson, asking ‘deep thinking’ questions. We want them to contribute to discussions, feel confident to share their point of view even if it contradicts the views of those around them. As they move on, we know that many of our pupils will have acquired the skills and experience to be thoughtful, caring and organised pupils, questioning the world around them.

Risk Takers

No one learns without making mistakes. Quite the opposite: we learn when we make mistakes. Our job is to support our children to feel safe enough to take risks and encourage them to do so. Taking risks means not worrying about getting it wrong. Taking risks means having the freedom and security to try something new.

Resilient

We help all our children at Woodland Grange to be resilient individuals. Sooner or later every child will face a challenge at school, it is vital that they know how to deal with this. Building resilience is all about having a positive mindset, bouncing back from any setbacks and ultimately giving themselves the best chance at succeeding. Our children need to see that ‘having a go’ is just as important as ‘getting it right’.

Self-motivated, engaged and active

Exploring new things, working with the children and rewarding their progress - as well as the end results - has a massive impact on a child’s education. The desire to the best they can really sets our children apart. They take an active role in what they do, are self-motivated and are fully engaged in the learning process.

Oak Multi Academy Trust Vision and Values

"Together we grow great schools"

At OAK we’re proud of the role we play in supporting the lives of our pupils and students. We know we’re part of a community, and we’re proud that parents entrust their children to our care – it is something we never forget, and our promise is that we will do everything we can to help create Opportunities, encourage Achievement and to act with Kindness every day.

Our staff are passionate, and engaged in working together, not only across our Trust, but with partners outside our group of schools as well.  I’m delighted that our Trust is one where colleagues can flourish and grow their careers, we have two schools where our Headteachers started their careers as NQTs with us.

We currently operate academies across the age range from Foundation through to Key Stage 4, and have some of the highest performing outcomes in the country.  This doesn’t happen by chance, and it is to the credit of all the hard work that goes into this, from not just students and their teachers, but also from family commitments as well, and we really value the partnership that we have with our families and wider community.

Our vision is a group of schools that offers incredible opportunities to our students, where everyone achieves to the best of their ability, is inspired for their future, and has the doors opened for their next stage of life, whatever that may be. Our role is to ensure that we can deliver that for our young people.