Vision, Ethos & Purpose
Founded in the late 1950s, Caldicot School has provided an education to families from within the town and surrounding areas for more than sixty years. In 2017, the school relocated to a brand new site and now boast some of the finest educational facilities in the country.
At Caldicot School, our vision is to be amongst the top 20 schools in Wales by August 2026. This means excelling in all areas of school life, from academic achievement to personal development. Our goals encompass more than just educational outcomes; we aim to foster an environment where every student can thrive.
What Success Looks Like:
- Academic Excellence: We will be ranked among the top 20 schools in Wales based on academic performance, ensuring that our students achieve their full potential.
- Outstanding Sports Performance: Our sports teams will excel, showcasing talent, teamwork, a commitment to physical well-being.
- Thriving Arts Scene: The arts will be a vibrant part of school life, with students exploring and excelling in creative fields.
- Exemplary Behaviour: Behavioural standards will be outstanding, creating a positive, respectful, and disciplined environment for learning.
- Reputation and Demand: Our school will be known for excellence, leading to being consistently oversubscribed.
- High Attendance: Both students and staff will demonstrate high attendance rates, reflecting enthusiasm and commitment to the school.
- A Safe and Happy Community: Everyone will feel safe, happy, and supported, as shown through safeguarding practices, well-being data, and staff and student feedback.
- Engaged and Supportive Parents: We will maintain strong partnerships with parents, many of whom will be actively involved in the school community.
How We Will Achieve This:
We will achieve our vision by upholding the highest standards in all areas; we are aspirational for ourselves and others, striving continual improvement; by offering life-changing opportunities through both our curriculum and co-curricular activities, we will provide students with a holistic education that prepares them for future success.