Education has been the foundation of the Sikh faith, as the literal translation of the word ’Sikh’ is a life-long learner. The founders of the Sikh faith made clear that the spiritual and secular life should coexist. Sikhs believe that education not only prepares students for work and life in society but also supports spiritual growth. Education should raise aspirations and personal standards, encourage self-awareness and humility, and inspire us to seek a greater purpose in life.
Success and well-being for all (sarbat da bhala) – the teachings of the Sikh Gurus espouse an egalitarian ethos that implicitly necessitates the ethical imperative to work towards the success and well being of all regardless of age, race, gender, religious/political affiliation, or socio-economic status.
At ONE Multi Academies Trust, our curriculum provides a rich, ambitious and inclusive education for all pupils, from early years through to sixth form. Across our schools we are committed to delivering a carefully planned curriculum that meets the needs of every learner and reflects the communities we serve.
Our approach is rooted in high expectations and a belief that every pupil can succeed. We provide a broad and balanced curriculum that secures strong foundations in literacy, numeracy and subject knowledge, while encouraging curiosity, creativity and a genuine love for learning. We ensure that knowledge and skills are built progressively over time so that pupils develop depth in their understanding and are well prepared for the next stage of their education and beyond.
We bring extensive expertise in designing and delivering a coherent educational journey, with over fifteen years of experience in planning and successfully implementing a continuous pathway from nursery through to sixth form. This depth of experience ensures strong progression, consistency in expectations and a clear understanding of how pupils develop across all key stages.
We recognise the distinct nature of each of our schools and ensure that the curriculum reflects this, while remaining aligned to our shared vision and standards across the trust. In our Sikh faith all through provision, the curriculum is enriched through faith, values and reflection, supporting pupils to grow academically, personally and spiritually. In our eths based secondary and sixth form provision, pupils are supported to follow aspirational pathways that prepare them for higher education, employment or training, with a strong focus on independence and responsibility.
Through a strong culture of excellence and standards, underpinned by Universal Sikh and British values, “Together As One” we will instil a love for learning and nurture all our pupils to excel academically, personally and spiritually as lifelong learners, think critically about the world they live in and contribute responsibly, and develop their talents and interests through a wide variety of co-curricular opportunities.
Teaching across our schools is delivered by skilled professionals who use effective approaches to support all learners. Assessment is used thoughtfully to inform teaching and ensure that pupils make strong progress. We place equal importance on personal development, providing opportunities that extend beyond the classroom so that pupils develop confidence, resilience and a strong sense of character.
As a result, our pupils leave our schools with strong outcomes, a secure sense of identity and values, and the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in modern Britain and beyond.