School Development Plan
School Development Plan 2026-27
Driving Principles:
Developing Independence in our students -so they are able to consolidate learning, have equity of educational opportunities and achieve their ambitions
Developing Determination in our students -so that they develop the habit of attending school every day and their futures are not limited by gaps in their education
Values driven objectives for SDP 2026-29
| Ambition | |
| Relentless Engagement and Belonging | Create a school community where students attend, participate and contribute because they feel valued, connected and inspired to succeed. |
| Aspirational Futures | Ensure every young person leaves County High with a clear vision for their future, the confidence to pursue ambitious goals and the skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world. |
| Excellence Recognised and Celebrated | Build a culture where achievement, leadership, service and personal growth are visible, valued and celebrated by the entire community. |
| Preparing for Future Possibilities | Connect students with employers, alumni, higher education and wider opportunities so that they are equipped to thrive in their next stage of learning and life. |
| Independence | |
| Confident Readers, Writers and Thinkers | Develop highly literate young people who can read critically, communicate effectively and engage confidently with complex ideas. |
| Numerate Learners for Life | Cultivate mathematical confidence and problem-solving skills that enable students to thrive academically and in everyday life. |
| Inclusive Excellence Through Responsive Teaching | Ensure every learner accesses an ambitious curriculum through expert teaching, effective adaptation and the removal of barriers to success. |
| Self-Directed and Resilient Learners | Develop students who show initiative, think independently, communicate with confidence and take responsibility for their own learning and development. |
| Respect | |
| Exceptional Learning Culture | Sustain a culture of high expectations, exemplary conduct and mutual respect that enables all students to flourish. |
| Belonging for Every Student reflecting courage and contribution | Create a deeply inclusive community where every student feels safe, valued and proud to be part of County High School -a community where every student demonstrates a commitment to contribute |
| Respecting Difference and Celebrating Diversity | Develop culturally knowledgeable young people who embrace diversity, challenge prejudice and contribute positively to society. |
| Character, Responsibility and Self-Regulation | Equip students with the emotional intelligence, self-discipline and interpersonal skills needed to make positive choices and build healthy relationships. |
| Determination | |
| Resilience and Emotional Strength | Develop students who can overcome challenges, navigate setbacks and maintain a positive approach to learning and life. |
| Expert Support for Every Learner | Build staff expertise so that every student receives exceptional support for their wellbeing, mental health and personal development. |
| Confident Voices and Positive Identity | Empower students to develop confidence, self-worth and a strong sense of identity while promoting equality, inclusion and mutual respect. |
| Achievement Without Limits | Establish a culture where every student, regardless of background or starting point, achieves exceptional outcomes and is empowered to exceed expectations. |
| Removing Barriers to Exceptional Participation | Deliver a transformational approach to attendance that significantly reduces persistent and severe absence among disadvantaged and SEND students, ensuring every learner benefits from consistent engagement, strong relationships and uninterrupted learning. |
| Curiosity | |
| Understanding the World | Develop informed, reflective and engaged young people who understand the world around them and their role within it. |
| Broadening Horizons Through Experience | Provide transformational opportunities that expand perspectives, raise aspirations and enrich students’ lives beyond the classroom. |
| Scholarship and Intellectual Curiosity | Cultivate a culture of inquiry, deep thinking and academic scholarship where students actively seek knowledge and challenge ideas. |