We are an inclusive secondary school in north Derby for over 1300 students aged 11-18 with

• A broad and balanced curriculum in years 7-11.

• A wide educational offer in years 12-13.

• A great range of extra-curricular opportunities in sports, technology and the creating and performing arts.

• Excellent facilities and outdoor space.

• Provision for those with additional needs including an enhanced resource facility for the hearing impaired.

• People who are inspired, dream big and are self-motivated to strive to achieve their best.

• Across all subjects, students including those who are disadvantaged and those with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities progress in line with national averages or better.

• A regularly reviewed, inspiring curriculum that is relevant to our students and society, encouraging them to expand their horizons.

• Wide enriching experiences within and beyond the classroom, leading to personal growth.

• A thriving Sixth Form that is integrated into the school community.

• Students well equipped for their next steps after Allestree Woodlands School.

• A professional learning community where staff are supported to develop continuously their expertise and skill.

• A climate that encourages personal wellbeing and good mental & physical health, encouraging positive relationships with support structures including peer mentoring.

• A refusal to accept discrimination and the promotion of cultural diversity, British values and the acceptance of difference.

• A school community including (but not limited to) students, staff, parents, carers and alumni that celebrates success for all, where all voices are heard, fostering a sense of pride and belonging.

• Aspiring to lead by example in our care for the environment and move towards being a carbon neutral school.

• Broad engagement, partnership and collaboration within the school and across the community including with other schools, employers, parents and carers.

• The school of choice for the families in our catchment and wider community.

• Safeguarding – we are committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of our students and expect all our staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.

• Staff – we aim to have the best possible teaching staff, support staff, leaders, governors and volunteers to enable our students to achieve their full potential.

• Relationships – a clear understanding of expectations, consistent implementation supported and maintained by all.

• Wider community – engaged and supportive parents and carers with effective two-way communication.

• Facilities & Financial responsibility – buildings, IT, website and subject specific facilities that enable the curriculum and wider development of our students within a balanced and controlled budget.