Vision, Mission & Values
The Trust's Vision:
‘Rooted in faith, we ignite a love of learning, foster inclusive education and empower every individual to achieve their utmost potential.’
At the Cardinal Newman Catholic Educational Trust, education is not merely the transmission of knowledge but the transformation of lives. Inspired by Christ and the witness of St John Henry Newman, our schools shape minds, form hearts and build character so that every child, every adult and every community may flourish in hope.
We lead with HEART so that every person may know they are valued, called and loved.
What This Means in Practice
Faith and Formation
We are unapologetically Catholic. Prayer, worship and Catholic Social Teaching shape our culture, our leadership and our curriculum. We form pupils and adults who know their dignity, understand their vocation and live with moral courage.
Educational Excellence
We pursue the highest standards for every child. Excellence is rigorous, inclusive and grounded in the belief that every pupil deserves the very best education we can provide. We educate the whole person — mind, body, spirit and character.
Leadership and Stewardship
We govern with integrity, steward resources with responsibility and build sustainable systems that protect Catholic education for future generations. Every decision is rooted in mission and directed towards the common good.
Our values of Hope, Excellence, Authenticity, Responsibility and Truth are not slogans. They define how we teach, how we lead and how we serve. Rooted in the Gospel and Catholic Social Teaching, they form the culture of our Trust and the character of our people.
MISSION & vALUES
OUR vALUES
Our values — Hope, Excellence, Authenticity, Responsibility and Truth — are the HEART of our Trust. They did not begin as words on a page. They emerged from within our schools — shaped by our staff, leaders and governors through reflection, dialogue and shared mission. They capture what matters most to us and the kind of community we are committed to building. Rooted in the Gospel and Catholic Social Teaching, they guide how we teach, how we lead and how we serve. They are the foundation of our culture and the standard by which we hold ourselves accountable — ensuring that faith, integrity and excellence are lived every day across our Trust.
