Glossopdale School and Sixth Form strives to be a model of true inclusivity and teamwork, with high expectations for all, underpinned by our THRIVE values. By 2028, excellence will be the norm. We will enact this in our mission to achieve the following:

Culture of community and pride:

• We will all THRIVE together in a warm, proud and cohesive school community where all students are intrinsically motivated and all students’ contributions and successes are celebrated, rewarded and valued

• Our rich and relevant Personal Development programme will enable all students to positively contribute to society - professionally and personally - enriched by strong partnerships with and support from all of our families, local businesses and the wider community

• We will all collaborate together in a highly professional learning culture, with staff driving their own and the whole school priorities, leading as inspiring role models with in-depth expertise, optimism, determination and passion

Culture of learning and achievement:

• We will all demonstrate an unwavering ethos of achievement leading to outcomes above the national average, preparing all students for their chosen future pathways, enabling them to thrive in adult life

• The curriculum in all subjects will be expertly designed, adapted and delivered enabling all students to secure deep and fluent long-term knowledge

• We will all contribute to and benefit from a thriving culture of reading, oracy, literacy and numeracy, ensuring that all students develop strong communication skills and a lifelong love of learning

Culture of support and opportunity:

• We will support all students to stretch themselves by ensuring that all academic and pastoral needs are precisely and expertly identified and met

• We will all strive for excellent attendance and excellent behaviour, underpinned by rigorous academic and pastoral support to meet their needs and address barriers 

• We will all benefit from a hub of collaboration, enrichment and opportunity, offering a diverse range of staff training and student extracurricular activities that develops all students’ character, confidence and aspirations and supports the workload and wellbeing of all staff