Vision and Values

Values and Expectations

The Oakdene Way...

At Oakdene Primary Academy, children are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision, values and expectations shape a school where every child feels safe, valued and inspired to achieve their very best.

We are committed to growing through excellence—supporting every child to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. We believe excellence is not a destination, but a journey, and we strive every day to help our pupils grow into confident, capable and compassionate individuals.

Through our rich and engaging curriculum, we nurture children to see themselves as successful learners in every subject. At Oakdene, every child is encouraged to become an author, a mathematician, a historian, an artist, a musician, a scientist and so much more. We provide meaningful, authentic experiences that spark curiosity, deepen thinking and foster a genuine love of learning, while encouraging children to take pride in all that they achieve.

We celebrate individuality and ensure that every child feels included, supported and understood. Our school community is built on positive relationships, encouragement and collaboration, where children and adults work together so that everyone can thrive.

Our Vision

Excellence for All – growing and achieving together

Our Values

At Oakdene, our values guide how we learn, behave and treat one another:

Responsibility – taking ownership of our actions, learning and choices

Respect – showing kindness, empathy and consideration for others

Friendship – building positive relationships and supporting one another

Honesty – being truthful and acting with integrity

Determination – persevering through challenges and striving to improve

Pride – celebrating our achievements and taking care in all that we do

Our Expectations: The 3Rs

Our clear and consistent expectations underpin daily life at Oakdene. Pupils are supported and encouraged to be:

Ready – prepared to learn, focused and motivated

Respectful – demonstrating kindness, good manners and understanding

Resilient -demonstrating the power of determination and persistency in all that we do

Safe – making positive choices that keep themselves and others safe

These values and expectations help our children to grow into confident, responsible and caring individuals, fully prepared for the next stage of their education and for life beyond Oakdene Primary Academy.