The Trust has an overarching ethos that is articulated through: a Mission; a Motto; a set of Values; and a Contract. There is, therefore, an open, conscious and emotional ‘buy-in’ to the Trust from its Academies.

The Trust's Mission

To improve the life chances of our pupils so they become true citizens of the world.

The Trust's Motto

sic itur ad astra

‘by the good deeds you do, you will be remembered in the stars for eternity’
Aeneid, Virgil

In addition to this overarching motto, each academy has its own motto. The Priory City of Lincoln Academy's motto is described on the left of this page.

The Trust's Values

Achieving excellence through:
Wisdom
Nurturing deeply cultured, reflective and philosophical thinkers of the future.
Curiosity
Empowering intellectual curiosity, active learning and inquisitiveness.
Generosity
Fostering empathy, mutual respect and courtesy in a global community.
Courage
Championing integrity, resilience and the value of personal endeavour.
Passion
Igniting a sense of awe and wonder, moral conviction and ambition.

The values are underpinned by the guiding principles of the Priory Baccalaureate which promotes Academic Achievement and Progress; Learning; Community; Health; and Creativity.

The Trust's Contract

In establishing the fact that we are part of a Trust and that we have something unique to offer our students, we go on to establish the nature of our relationship. We do this through The Priory Contract. This contract identifies how we work together as staff, parents, carers, students and governors.