Our mission and values

Aspiration, Respect and Responsibility

Academy Mission

At Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport, we provide exceptional opportunities to learn for every student, every lesson, every day; we are guided by our founder’s vision: ‘love I bear learning’.

All students, staff, parents, and the wider community actively contribute to a culture where everyone feels a deep sense of belonging; a culture that is consistently supportive, kind, aspirational, respectful, and inclusive.

Everyone is empowered to take responsibility for their own success, strive for excellence, and become the best version of themselves.

At Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport, everyone grows in confidence, is celebrated for their uniqueness and achievements, has high aspirations for life, and is ready to make a meaningful difference in the world.

Joyce Frankland Academy  Vision 

1.Students, parents, staff, and the wider community are proud of Joyce Frankland Academy and can clearly articulate the strengths and successes of their school. There is a collective sense of pride in the academy environment and a strong connection to the academy’s historical richness and heritage.

2.Academy routines and habits demonstrate our aspirational culture. These routines and habits are taught, modelled, fully embedded, consistently followed by all, and supported by parents; this ensures uniform is worn with pride, students are equipped for learning, learning continues without disruption, and all members of the community feel respected, supported, and have a sense of belonging.

3.In every class, the teacher’s enthusiasm is evident in the delivery of the curriculum, their knowledge of individuals, and in their engagement with students; our inclusive culture supports all students to achieve success.

4.When visiting lessons, all students are fully engaged and inquisitive in their learning; they demonstrate their enthusiasm through asking and answering questions, as well as contributing to class discussions. When students encounter difficulties with learning, they ask insightful questions and support one another to overcome challenges. They are creative, inventive, imaginative, and resilient in their learning

5.Students talk confidently about their learning goals and show pride in their work; the standard of work in all books is exceptional. Students work both collaboratively and independently, and act on the assessment feedback they receive from their teachers. Year on year, exam outcomes improve.

6.Through our reading strategy, the community comes to fully understand the importance of reading.

7.Students’ attendance and punctuality is excellent; they know that attending every day makes a difference to their future.

8.Students talk proudly and energetically about the enrichment opportunities they get involved with and the experiences they have had.

9.Communication is highly effective at all levels of the organisation; the voice of stakeholders is heard and acted upon.

10. Safeguarding procedures are exemplary; all members of the academy feel safe and supported.