About

 

This network has been set up by a group of school leaders, interested in fostering a growth mindset across and within their schools.  As a network of schools we are committed to developing a culture of excellence and aspiration in everything we do within our whole community.

By doing this we will:

• Raise aspirations of students, staff, families and the whole community
• Develop and instil a desire for learning that is deep and lasting
• Foster a growth mindset
• Transform the life chances of our young people by realising their potential

We believe that this is achieved by embedding the following qualities and attributes of ‘Excellence & Growth’:

• An ethic of hard work and deliberate practice – with a view to mastering key academic content and skills;
• A culture and expectation of excellence – through academic rigour, challenge and high expectations;
• Perseverance and resilience – so developing an understanding that struggle and overcoming obstacles are both key to success;
• An ability to think critically and solve problems;
• An appreciation and understanding of feedback and critique– as a means of developing a deep learning;
• An ability to communicate ideas well and work collaboratively.

 

The network of schools will support each other with this by:

• Sharing case studies of strategies and techniques that schools have used to develop growth and excellence through a regularly updated blog;
• Share blog articles relating to developing a Growth Mindset;
• Sharing knowledge and resources;
• Offering consultancy support for schools;
• Facilitating collaborative work and visits between schools;
• Organising annual conferences to share best practice;
• Organising webinars to support collaboration and development.