The motto on our school badge reads ‘Bono Animo Esto’ which means ‘Be of Good Courage’. This encouragement to go about our lives in a spirit of positivity and grit reflects our ethos here at Grange Academy and underpins our core values of RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, RESILIENCE, EXCELLENCE & AMBITION as we strive to become the people we are capable of being.

 

RESPECT
We treat others as we wish to be treated:

• Our kindness shows through our choice of words and actions.
• Our relationships are respectful.
• We are accepting of each other’s differences
• We value our shared resources and take care of our local environment

 

RESILIENCE
We are committed to building strength of character and positive attitudes.

• We learn from mistakes without fear of failure.
• The decisions we make demonstrate that we have the commitment and drive to persevere through obstacles and disappointments.
• Our strength of character shows in our ability to adapt to change and rise to challenge.
• We create realistic aspirational goals and face them with courage and conviction.
• We support one another through difficulties and nurture our relationships through empathy.

 

RESPONSIBILITY
Our future is not out there waiting for us, we create it.

• We work together, participating, supporting and encouraging one another, with accountability for the choices we make as individuals.
• We recognise the roles of others in our teaching and learning, valuing our community, our young people, our parents, our carers and our staff.
• We have a duty to ourselves and each other to be safe, healthy and happy.
• We are committed to modelling our values in our daily interactions.

 

EXCELLENCE AND AMBITION
We know excellence is not being the best; it is doing our best. We dare to dream and work hard for our goals.

• We have the confidence to explore our talents and dreams, and the desire and determination to excel.
• We approach our learning – in school and in the home – with a sense of purpose and understand the value of life-long learning.
• Our hunger for success drives our commitment to deliver our personal best, inspiring and being inspired along the way.
• We understand that hard work is not always glamorous; our success comes from our enthusiasm, effort and dedication.