Vision, Values and Aims
At Mapledene, our vision is to create a joyful, inclusive community where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to discover who they are and all they can become.
Guided by our core values of Safety, Commitment, Aspirations, we empower every learner to dream big, work hard, and shine brightly.
We believe that education is a shared journey. Together with parents, carers, and our wider community, we build strong, supportive partnerships that place each child’s wellbeing and growth at the heart of everything we do.
At Mapledene, everyone is welcomed, respected, and celebrated. We nurture kindness, curiosity, and courage—encouraging our pupils to be proud of who they are and ambitious for who they can be.
Our broad and creative curriculum ignites a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.
Through a Growth Mindset, we help children see every challenge as an opportunity, every mistake as a lesson, and every success as a step towards their dreams.
With high expectations and unwavering belief in every child, we inspire our pupils to thrive academically, socially, and spiritually—preparing them to make a positive difference in modern Britain and in the wider world.
Our ethos is captured in our school motto, reflecting our values of Safety, Commitment, Aspirations — the foundation of everything we do at Mapledene.
BELONG, BELIEVE, BE YOU: ACHIEVE
We aim to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to be the best they can be. Through our strong sense of community and shared commitment, we ensure every learner feels they belong and has the confidence to take pride in who they are and what they can achieve.
We are committed to developing reflective, responsible, and confident learners who are ready to contribute positively to modern Britain and the wider world. Our children leave Mapledene with not only knowledge and skills, but also the creativity, compassion, and commitment to make a difference.
We aspire for every child to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally, offering a broad, balanced, and creative curriculum that encourages curiosity, independence, and a love of learning. We nurture ambition and resilience through a Growth Mindset, helping pupils to embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and celebrate every success.