Ethos and Values

Our Aims

Bedford Road is committed to being a welcoming, community based school.  The school’s aim is to promote a sense of Belief in all our children and families, with the goal of Achieving high expectations in all areas of learning and that as a team – child, family and school we can do this Together.  We also foster three key rules throughout the school: Be Kind, Be Respectful, Be the Best You Can Be!

The curriculum is delivered using a subject approach to study.  The curriculum is cyclical in nature and builds progressively from EYFS to year 6.  The children receive regular opportunities to review and ‘retrieve’ their knowledge.

Children learn in many different ways and our lessons incorporate different learning approaches, ensuring active participation in all activities.  This active approach to learning will ensure that children are motivated.

Our effective use of assessment for learning ensures that children can see the purpose of their own learning and all lessons are expected to be led by an appropriate learning objective which is shared with the children, along with related success criteria.

If you would like to read more, our full teaching and learning policy is available from the school office.

Mission Statement

We Aim:

• To seek excellence in all that we attempt, setting high standards and targets to ensure that all of our children reach their potential. 
• To offer a rich meaningful curriculum which provides memorable learning experiences.
• To promote learning and high aspiration through the positive ethos of the school.
• To provide a secure environment where children feel valued and where their choices and beliefs are respected. 
• To support and extend pupils’ learning opportunities.
• To work with our local community to enrich and enhance the lives of all who come into contact with our school.
• To encourage independence whilst appreciating the needs of others. To actively seek to do the right thing, to be a good friend and to leave our school with a well developed set of personal values.