The school’s ethos of encouragement is central to the promotion of positive behaviour for learning. Pupils thrive on positive praise, encouragement and recognition for their hard work and efforts. Staff endeavour to be consistent in the application of our behaviour policy and this enables us to build mutually respectful relationships with the students.

By being preventative, rather than reactive, staff work hard to develop positive relationships with pupils. The culture of recognising positive behaviour and achievements is also vitally important to achieving our core purpose to ensure every student leaves us ready for their next successful chapter, with students attending college/university or starting a fulfilling career.

We like to recognise students’ achievements throughout the year, both formally and informally.

We have a range of rewards, such as:

• Behaviour For Learning points
• Praise Postcards
• Celebration Assemblies
• House Points
• Headteacher’s Award
• Reward trips
• Subject and contribution to faculty awards
• Rewards Pyramid

Consilium Enrichment Passport

The framework details a broad, inclusive, and aspirational approach to personal development, structured around eight pillars: 

• Wellbeing – Emphasising mental and physical health through daily outdoor and active experiences, nutritious food provision, peer support networks, and themed wellbeing months. 

• Leadership – Ensuring every student has meaningful opportunities to lead, participate in teams, and represent their school in a range of contexts. 

• Academic Curiosity – Encouraging critical thinking and intellectual exploration through diverse curricular opportunities, cultural visits, and enrichment activities. 

• Next Steps & Careers – Offering robust, equitable access to careers education, guidance, employer encounters, and work experience, preparing students for life after school. 

• Communication, Numeracy & Digital Literacy – Building confidence and fluency in essential 21st-century skills through public speaking, debating, real-world writing, and external competitions. 

• Sports, Arts, Culture & Interests – Providing every student with access to live events, creative pursuits, and non-traditional sports, ensuring broad and equitable cultural enrichment. 

• Active Citizenship & Community – Developing socially responsible citizens through charity work, sustainability projects, democratic participation, and collaboration with local and contrasting communities. 

• Discovery & Adventure – Creating opportunities for exploration through residentials, fieldwork, and cultural trips, including potential international travel and university visits.