Stanhope Primary School will open as part of the Engage Enrich Excel Academies Trust, a Multi Academy Trust founded on effective school improvement and collaboration. Established in December 2014, the Trust currently comprises six schools. With the opening of Stanhope in September 2025, the Trust will expand to a total of eight schools.

Our Vision, Values and Mission are as follows: 

Vision:

Inspire belonging through respectful collaboration, empowering all to achieve excellence.

Mission:

Nurturing possibilities, growing stronger together

Values:

Belong, respect, empower: unlocking futures

Values

Each value is expanded below:

Belong:

• The value of belonging fosters a positive climate, that enhances emotional wellbeing and promotes academic success.
• If children and staff feel like they belong they will engage effectively and develop a strong sense of happiness and fulfilment.
• If staff feel a sense of belonging they know they can rely upon everyone in the Trust to support, care and respect them. This leads to them being the best version of themselves.
• Our schools are inclusive environments where all pupils feel like they belong regardless of their ability, background or interests.

Respect:

• The value of respect is about treating each other with kindness, empathy and fairness. Respect in our schools is crucial to enable all staff and children to feel connected and it links intrinsically to the value of belonging.
• We teach our pupils to respect each other and we model this as professionals in our day to day life.
• Respect is at the core of our positive and supportive learning community.

Empower:

• The value of empower enables us to equip our pupils and staff with the knowledge, skills and confidence to take control of their learning and make positive choices in their lives.
• We empower our staff in three key ways; enrich them with opportunities for professional growth, fostering a supportive working environment and recognising and valuing their contributions.
• As a Trust we recognise the importance of open communication and know that this enables our staff and communities to excel.

Definition of excellence:

Excellence is not just a destination but a continuous journey fuelled by a clear sense of belonging, a commitment to improvement, and a focus on empowering confident, resilient, and curious young individuals.

It hinges on understanding our fundamental role in teaching and learning, directing our efforts towards every child, staff member, and family, with respect and equity as its guiding principle, recognising the inherent worth of every child as we strive for ongoing excellence.

EEEa Pledge to our families:

We are dedicated to:

• safeguarding, nurturing, and cherishing your children, fostering belonging;
• delivering outstanding teaching across all subjects while relentlessly pursuing excellence;
• prioritising high standards in English and Mathematics within a diverse and engaging curriculum;
• valuing and respecting your children's creativity, individuality, and voices, supporting their self-belief and confidence as they grow;
• and empowering them to confidently embrace their next educational and life endeavours as they transition from primary education

 

Further information about the Trust can be found here: Engage Enrich Excel Academies