We are committed to providing young people in our local community with an excellent education that enables them to achieve outstanding outcomes in a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Our Ethos and Values

We are a school that CARES; where Community, Ambition, Resilience, Effort, and Success are valued. These values guide our daily work and our ambitions for both staff and students:

• Community: We build compassionate, respectful relationships, fostering a sense of belonging for all.
• Ambition: We inspire high aspirations and provide clear pathways for students to achieve them.
• Resilience: We encourage perseverance, reflection, and continuous growth.
• Effort: We value diligence, consistency, and passion in all endeavours.
• Success: We celebrate diverse achievements and individual progress.

We believe that all our students can Achieve Excellence—it is the motto written on every student's badge. Our high-quality teaching and enjoyable, challenging curriculum are complemented by a wide range of enrichment activities. Our reflective and kind students are encouraged to make positive contributions to our school and community, becoming healthy, happy, and engaged citizens.

Our ethos is underpinned by relationships built on compassion, equity, and mutual respect. Our staff are reflective and committed, ensuring every member of our community feels free to develop into the best version of themselves.

Our Early Years provision has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted, reflecting the strength of our foundational education and commitment to continuous improvement.  We place the holistic development of every child at the heart of what we do—nurturing not only academic growth, but also emotional wellbeing, creativity, and social confidence. 

Stronger Together

Our strength comes from collaboration. We are Stronger Together, contributing to and benefiting from the support of the Leathersellers' Federation of Schools. This partnership provides us with powerful shared resources, extensive expertise, and robust professional development pathways. 

Here is what sets a career with us apart:

• Achieve Excellence: Work in an ambitious, inclusive environment where every staff member plays a vital role in enabling outstanding
• outcomes for every child.
• A Culture of Compassion and Respect: Join a supportive, close-knit team where mutual respect is central, fostering a strong sense of
• belonging for staff and students alike.
• Clear Professional Pathways: Access federation-wide training, coaching, and structured pathways into leadership and specialist roles
• within the Federation.
• Continuity Across Phases: Benefit from the shared vision and seamless continuity of a 4–16 school, creating unique opportunities to
• work across the primary and secondary phases.
• Outstanding Environment: Teach and work in well-resourced, purpose-built learning spaces, including unique outdoor learning areas,
• a nature reserve, and dedicated sports areas.
• Holistic Support: We champion safety, mental health, and emotional growth, with dedicated pastoral support and wellbeing initiatives
• for both students and staff.

Why Join Our Team?

When you choose to work with us, you join a community that truly values your professional growth and expertise. We look forward to working with you to help our students Achieve Excellence.

What people say about us: 

‘PLS is a supportive, kind and respectful workplace. There is a collaborative culture and a clear and inspiring vision to buy into. There is plenty of support and opportunity for career progression.’  - Staff

‘I appreciate my colleagues and that I can find support when I need it.’  - Staff 

‘We are provided with autonomy in the curriculum which is fulfilling as a teacher. I also appreciate my department who are supportive and inspiring.’  - Staff