Our ambition for every student
At North Oxfordshire Academy, we believe every young person should have the opportunity to achieve academically, develop strong character and leave school ready to make the most of the opportunities ahead of them.
Our vision, mission and values provide a clear sense of purpose for our whole school community. They shape our expectations, our decisions and the way we learn and work together every day.
Our Vision
To provide a world-class education in character and academics, leading to happiness and fulfilment in life.
Our vision reflects our belief that a great education combines academic success with the development of character. We want students to leave NOA with excellent qualifications, but also with the qualities they need to flourish throughout their lives.
Our Mission
To provide our students with the best life chances in Oxfordshire.
This ambition drives everything we do. We set high expectations, provide opportunities for students to discover and develop their talents, and support every young person to aim high for their future.
Our Values
Our four core values are at the heart of life at North Oxfordshire Academy:
Confidence
We believe in ourselves and develop the confidence to embrace opportunities and challenges.
Confidence enables our students to contribute, try new things, express their ideas and recognise what they are capable of achieving.
Ambition
We aim high and strive to achieve our best.
We encourage students to be ambitious for themselves and their futures, to make the most of every opportunity and to understand that their aspirations should not be limited by their circumstances.
Respect
We treat ourselves, others and our community with respect.
Respect is fundamental to the positive relationships that make NOA a supportive place to learn. We value others, listen to different perspectives and understand our responsibilities to the wider community.
Determination
We keep going when things are difficult and understand that effort helps us grow.
Determination means approaching challenges positively, learning from setbacks and continuing to work towards our goals.
CARD in everyday school life
Together, Confidence, Ambition, Respect and Determination — CARD — provide a shared language for our school community.
They are more than words displayed around our school. Our values are reinforced through lessons, assemblies, tutor time, enrichment, leadership opportunities and the relationships between students and staff.
They help our students understand not only what we expect from them, but the qualities that will help them succeed at school and beyond.
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