The Vision
Our mission is to be the school of first choice for young people needing a fresh start, where every pupil feels they belong, rebuilds confidence and take meaningful steps forward. Through trauma-informed practice, creative teaching and strong relationships, we support wellbeing, build life skills and reconnect pupils with learning, leading to real pathways including into further education, training, or employment.
The Mission
At Willow Park we aim to create a safe and compassionate community where pupils belong, commit and achieve. We recognise the story and strengths of each individual, working first to understand and respond to the trauma and barriers they carry. From there we build trusting relationships, use trauma informed and neuro-affirming practice and teach with ambitious expectations, providing fun life experiences that every young person can re-engage with learning, grow in confidence and move towards a hopeful, purposeful future.
Our Core Values
Belong
We create a community where every pupil feels seen, safe and included. Relationships are the starting point for learning.
Commit
We expect and model effort, attendance and perseverance. Staff and pupils stick with the plan, even when it is hard.
Achieve
We focus on meaningful progress in learning, wellbeing and life skills so that every pupil moves towards a positive future.