Our Vision & Values
Inspired to Make a Difference
At The Derby High School, our vision is to inspire every member of our community so that our students are prepared to make a difference in the world and lead successful, fulfilling, and enjoyable lives.
Our Values: The 7Rs
Our school values are built around the ‘7Rs’. We expect and encourage all students to be:
- Ready
- Respectful
- Resourceful
- Reasonable
- Responsible
- Make the Right Impression
- And—most importantly—be Resilient
These values shape our culture and inspire everyone in our community to strive for excellence, respect others, grow into confident individuals, and contribute positively to the world around them.
A Resilient School
We are proud to drive forward our Resilient School agenda, which benefits students, staff, parents/carers, and the wider community. By nurturing resilience, we equip our young people with the skills to overcome challenges, embrace opportunities, and thrive in an ever-changing world.
Broad Experiences & Real-World Opportunities
We believe education goes beyond the classroom. Our students have access to culturally rich experiences and real-world opportunities that prepare them to succeed, to lead, and to make a positive difference.
Our Curriculum: 10 Core Principles
Our curriculum is designed to be ambitious, inclusive, and meaningful. It is underpinned by 10 core principles, captured in the word RESILIENCE:
- R – Real World
- E – Engaging & Enriching
- S – Skills for Life
- I – Inclusive
- L – Leadership
- I – Independence
- E – Encourages Reflection
- N – Next Steps
- C – Challenge
- E – Ethics & Empathy
We want every student to enjoy learning and leave us ready to lead happy and fulfilling lives.