Vision

School Vision 2022 copy


Our Values

Humphry Davy School seeks to unlock the talent and enterprise of all our young people.

We promote high achievement and learning for life by working with every individual to:

  • value, trust and respect each member of our community and work together co-operatively;
  • develop their full academic, creative, physical and personal potential, regardless of background and overcoming any barriers to learning;
  • develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to lead successful and happy lives;
  • become independent, confident, considerate and responsible young people who make a positive contribution to society;
  • understand the importance of a fairer and environmentally sustainable world;
  • be empowered to make an ethical and sustainable contribution to local, national and global prosperity.

We are committed to justice and equality for all and will carry this through in school life by:

  • recognising individuality;
  • raising aspirations and awareness of opportunities;
  • valuing and celebrating the positive attitudes and diverse achievements of all;
  • encouraging a positive sense of place and identity through awareness of Cornwall’s heritage, environment and culture, and understanding and respecting differences on a local, national and international level;
  • establishing fair and firm boundaries which promote self-discipline and a responsible attitude towards people and property;
  • providing a community where all feel they belong and where each is known as an individual;
  • promoting the personal qualities of resilience, curiosity, self-esteem, self-confidence, self-discipline, tolerance and compassion;
  • ensuring that our school is a community in which all participate in decision making and the voice of each individual can be heard.

We work to the co-operative ethical values of:

  • Openness - we believe in being open and sharing information and ideas to improve the lives of children and young people;
  • Honesty - we are professional and respectful with everyone;
  • Caring for others - we treat everyone as we wish to be treated ourselves, understanding that children and young people have one childhood.

“Life is made up, not of great sacrifices or duties, but of little things, in which smiles, and kindnesses, and small obligations, given habitually, are what win and preserve the heart and secure comfort”

(Sir Humphry Davy)

Curriculum Intent

Our curriculum intent can be viewed here. 

Our Strategic Priorities 2024 - 2027

  • An embedded coherent, knowledge-rich and challenging curriculum that provides best value.
  • Professional review and continuous professional development that leads to high quality teaching and student outcomes.
  • Reading, literacy and digital literacy skills as the foundations of improved student outcomes. 
  • Workforce wellbeing.
  • A continued focus on student wellbeing and a sense of belonging to improve engagement, behaviour and attendance levels.

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