Somerhill Strategic Vision 2030

Strategic Vision 2030

SOMERHILL SOME SCHOOL

A LEADING INDEPENDENT PREP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AND BOYS

SOMERHILL SOME SCHOOL A LEADING INDEPENDENT PREP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AND BOYS

Somerhill 2030 Strategic Vision

The Somerhill 2030 Vision is an ambitious plan which looks to shape the next phase of our strategic direction. As occupation of the Somerhill site passed its 30th anniversary in 2020, we look to the future and set out to be sensitive and respectful of the past, yet equally visionary in how we can continue to provide an outstanding education for our young people in this unique setting. Here the best of co-education and single-sex schooling meets in harmony. Our vision of growing amazing people has at its heart, the fundamental priority of delivering an outstanding educational experience to each one of our young people. It is devised with the purpose of keeping abreast of the very best educational practices and providing cutting-edge facilities as the prep school of choice. In this, we seek to ensure absolutely, the equality of our young people; boys and girls can benefit from being taught separately, yet simultaneously we can maximise the benefits of a co-educational setting for their social development. We stand today as a thriving school of around 600 pupils from the age of 2-13, yet we are not complacent about our future. To be dynamic and provide the modern education our young people need to succeed in the future, we ensure that they are at home in the digital domain as in the natural world. We grow independent thinkers in whom we foster resilience, to become socially responsible people with a strong moral compass; individuals that are driven by strong values and a deep care for each other. We give them the discrete skills to manage in an ever-changing world. Moreover Somerhill will continue to be, above all, a safe place both physically and mentally for children to explore and learn; their pastoral care and wellbeing is our priority. It is key for children to benefit from a broad and balanced education, building robust foundations. As such they will leave Somerhill with a growth mindset and a strong attitude to learning, ready to embrace future challenges as amazing people.

Our vision:

We grow amazing people who have a love of life and a passion for learning.

Our mission:

To inspire each of our pupils to achieve their greatest all-round development and success in a unique physical and learning environment.

Our core values:

In fulfilling our mission, our core values guide every decision, action and relationship at Somerhill.

We give each child self-esteem, resilience and a determination to make their lives as fulfilling as possible both here at Somerhill and as members of a global community. We encourage our pupils to work hard and take a pride in achievement, to think honestly and independently, to face up to challenges, to accept responsibility, to show concern for others and the environment and to develop a broad range of skills and interests.

In a caring and happy community, we want our pupils to make the most of their talents and promote the well-being of themselves and others.

We will invest in our staff both in terms of their welfare and their continued professional development to ensure high quality teaching, pastoral care, management and leadership.

Our strategic objectives Our four strategic objectives represent the areas on which Somerhill will focus in order to achieve the greatest impact. The following pages detail specifically how we will advance these objectives.

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To recognise the aspirations that our children hold for their tomorrow, by adopting social and

To provide an environment that enables children to develop skills for life in an increasingly complex world.

To have a resilient operational infrastructure based on a robust business plan.

To offer an innovative education which challenges and inspires.

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Innovation and challenge

To offer an innovative education which challenges and inspires.

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Embed a teaching methodology which focuses equally on skills, attitudes to learning and attainment.

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Ensure a progressive pathway through Somerhill, which recognises the characteristics of effective learning.

Create a balance of the indoor and the outdoor, the digital and the natural.

Provide inspirational enrichment programmes and diverse learning.

Offer dynamic and challenging professional development for all staff.

Skills for life To provide an environment that enables children to develop skills for life in an increasingly complex world.

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Instil in every young person emotional intelligence which offers consideration for self and others.

Foster an understanding of the need to personally invest in and make good choices about both their mental wellbeing and physical health.

Promote healthy, risk-taking learning in which key skills of leadership, problem solving, critical thinking and teamwork are integral. Develop and encourage the pupil voice to give them a sense of perspective of their responsibilities and role within the community.

Community engagement

To recognise the aspirations that our children hold for their tomorrow, by adopting social and environmental responsibilities today.

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Improve our outreach into the local community

Promote access and opportunity through assisted places and public benefit

Hold respect for the environment as a core value

Increase awareness of the global community

Business resilience

To have a resilient operational infrastructure based on a robust business plan.

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Safeguarding Somerhill’s financial health and competitive position

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Evolve an appropriate staffing structure which meets our needs and provides opportunities for all to grow and develop their skills

Continued improvement of the learning environment

Further development of the facilities on site in support of the strategic vision

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