Our Shared Vision

Our Shared Vision is at the heart of Yattendon School. It guides everything we do and keeps us focused on what matters most. It is built around five key aims.

We aim to ensure all children develop the skills to persevere, overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

1. Basic Skills

We prioritise strong foundations in reading, writing, maths, science and computing. We are committed to ensuring every child becomes confident and competent in these essential areas.

2. Rich Learning Experiences

We provide a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum that connects learning to the real world. Children learn best when motivated, so we offer:

• A wide range of subjects, supported by specialist expertise where appropriate

• Outdoor learning opportunities

• Trips, visitors, themed days and curriculum weeks

• Cross-curricular projects

• Varied and creative ways for children to present their learning

• Opportunities for children’s interests and ideas to shape their learning

3. Values

As a Values School, we place strong emphasis on developing character and moral understanding, rooted in British Values. Our core values are:

Appreciation · Kindness · Courage · Honesty · Responsibility · Co-operation

Respect is central to our community — between children, adults and staff alike — alongside tolerance, democracy and the rule of law. We help children understand and appreciate diversity, preparing them for life in modern Britain.

4. Learnacy

‘Learnacy’ is our term for teaching children how to learn effectively. We focus on four key Learning Powers:

• Problem-Solving

• Concentrating

• Thinking Together

• Reflecting

By making these skills explicit, we help children become adaptable, independent and lifelong learners.

5. The ‘Y’ Factor

The ‘Y’ Factor’ is about mindset. We encourage perseverance, determination and resilience, helping children see setbacks as steps towards success. We want every child to understand that hard work and a positive attitude open doors.

Living the Vision

We celebrate achievements in all five areas. Each term, trophies are awarded to one girl and one boy in every year group, and parents are invited to attend the ceremony.

Certificates linked to our vision are also awarded fortnightly, with clear explanations so children understand and reflect on what our shared vision means in practice.