Values & Ethos
Our School Values
We teach children to become successful, independent learners for life.
At Parklands School, our core values – Collaborate, Think, and Persist – underpin everything we do, shaping learners who are creative, successful, and independent for life.
We deliver an excellent education which will equip the children with the skills and knowledge they need for the next stage of their learning.
Our school values are carefully
planned to enable children to make a positive contribution to the community and succeed in a complex world.
Collaboration teaches pupils to work together through teamwork, active listening, encouragement, and sharing ideas. By fostering trust and respect, learners develop the social and communication skills essential for thriving in diverse communities and future workplaces.
Thinking encourages curiosity and creativity. Pupils are inspired to explore, wonder, investigate, make connections, ask questions and play with possibilities. This mindset nurtures innovation and rigorous problem‑solving, helping children take ownership of learning and generate original solutions in an ever‑changing world.
Persistence builds resilience and independence. Learners reflect, dare to be different, learn from mistakes, handle challenges and develop the confidence to stick with difficulty. Through crafting and improving, they become disciplined and responsible, ready to persevere when tasks are complex and outcomes are uncertain.
By combining collaboration, thinking, and persistence, we create a culture where creativity is not just taught but lived every day. These values empower pupils to become independent learners who can navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and flourish beyond the classroom.