Excellence in Character & Leadership

At the Great Schools Trust, academic success alone is not enough. We believe that who a child becomes is just as important as what they achieve.

That’s why leadership and character development sit at the heart of our mission.

From Early Years to Year 11, our pupils are immersed in a culture of high expectations, personal responsibility and service. Every child is taught to lead themselves first, before learning to lead others. Through our ASPIRE code, King’s Adventure pledges and structured leadership opportunities, students build resilience, empathy and courage alongside qualifications.

Leadership is not reserved for the few — it is nurtured in all. Whether as a peer mentor, cadet, house captain, sports leader or charity organiser, our pupils develop a voice and a sense of service that extends far beyond school.

We do not just teach character — we coach, model and nurture it. This is why Great Schools Trust students are known for their confidence, compassion and readiness to contribute to society.