Our Vision

What do we want for our children when they leave Buswells?

Our aim is to instil within our children a strong sense of belonging and community – to give them the safety and security of being part of something bigger than themselves, and an understanding of the responsibility that brings. 

We want our children to have a strong sense of identity and independence.  Through effective communication skills (both written and oral), our children will be able to express themselves and their aspirations for the future.  They will inspire and be inspired.

Buswells Lodge pupils will have a clear moral compass, positive character and the confidence to speak up and challenge inequality.  They will show resilience in the face of adversity and will recognise the value of failure as much as success.  They will be silly and playful, enthusiastic and energetic, engaged and engaging.  Most of all, they will be happy at school.

At Buswells Lodge, our children will see themselves as we see them: unique, valuable, worthy and wonderful.

Our Mission Statement

How will we achieve our vision?

We have high aspirations for our children and expect them to achieve their full potential.  We actively seek to remove any barriers which may prevent them from doing so.

We are inclusive and, through excellent teaching and strong leadership, we provide a platform for all children to achieve.

We support and encourage our children to lead healthy and active lives, making sensible choices and connecting with the natural world. 

We teach children to reflect on themselves and the impact they have on the world around them, and in doing so help them to develop a sense of who they are and why they are important.

We promote a kind, nurturing learning environment based on mutual respect.  We make learning engaging and entertaining, and we encourage children to explore through play.

Through learning based in real-life contexts, our children develop a love of knowledge and a sense of curiosity about the world beyond their immediate surroundings.