Our Philosophy

At Drayton Manor High School, our aim is to provide an education that is ambitious, transformative and inclusive, enabling every student to flourish academically, personally and socially within a caring and aspirational community. 

Our curriculum, enrichment programme and wide educational experience are underpinned by the core values of ambition, character and civic virtue, which form the foundation of the Drayton Manor way.

Ambitious learning; instilling in every student the fundamental importance of academic rigour and hard work in all they do, combined with the value of breadth in their studies and the commitment to doing their very best and being the best possible version of themselves.

The character of students; stimulating relish for fresh challenges and personal responsibility alongside the development of the necessary resilience, courage and determination to overcome challenges in a fast-moving world; inspired by the school’s motto Nec Aspera Terrent.

Acquisition of civic virtue; including integrity, care for others, service and sharing non- academic life experiences. Civic virtue s are character traits that are necessary for engaged responsible citizenship, contributing to the common good.

School Aims

Drayton Manor offers a wide range of opportunities, academic, practical, cultural and sporting to all students. The school thinks and works in terms of individual students, their personal development, their academic tuition, their interests and their career needs.

We aim to:

Ambition

Promote the maximum possible development of every student's talents, potential and aspirations.
Foster a love of learning through academic rigour, intellectual curiosity and high expectations.
Equip students with the powerful knowledge, skills and qualifications needed to succeed in further education, employment and life.
Encourage students to embrace challenge, strive for excellence and become the very best version of themselves.

Character

Develop resilient, confident and reflective young people who demonstrate courage, determination and personal responsibility.
Encourage students to think critically, question thoughtfully and engage positively with new ideas and perspectives.
Promote wellbeing, independence and the confidence to navigate an ever-changing world.
Provide a rich range of opportunities beyond the classroom that support personal growth, leadership and self-discovery.

Civic Virtue

Develop responsible citizens who act with integrity, kindness and respect for others.
Foster an appreciation of diversity, equality and inclusion within our local, national and global communities.
Encourage service, leadership and active participation in school and community life.
Support students in understanding their responsibilities to others and their role in contributing to the common good.
Through our curriculum and wider school experience, we seek to ensure that every student leaves Drayton Manor as a knowledgeable, compassionate and ambitious young person who is ready to make a positive contribution to society and thrive in the future.