Trust Strategic Priority

Trustees to play a pivotal role in the overall vision and values of the College, ensuring clarity of mission, ethos and strategic direction.

 Strategic Priority One:
High Quality Education and Experiences for All

Every learner will benefit from a highly personalised, supportive and inclusive education. At Newfriars College, education is not simply about delivering a curriculum; it is about empowering young people with special educational needs and disabilities to achieve meaningful, lifelong outcomes.

Learning is transformative when it is innovative and ambitious, enabling each learner to develop the independence, confidence, resilience and skills needed for adulthood.

 Strategic Priority Two:
Stronger Partnerships and Communities 

To strengthen the College’s impact through meaningful and transformational partnerships with employers, education providers, community organisations and national and regional stakeholders which enables learners to achieve exceptional outcomes and positive futures.

 Strategic Priority Three:
Building a Sustainable and Successful Future

To secure the long-term sustainability and success of Newfriars College through robust governance, financial strength, operational excellence and high-performing leading-edge support services. By working together as one organisation, we will maximise resources, manage risk effectively and create a strong foundation that enables the college to deliver innovative specialist education and life-changing outcomes for learners.

 Strategic Priority Four:
Exceptional People

Our people are our greatest strength. We will build an outstanding workforce that is skilled, innovative and inspired by a shared commitment to transform lives. Through exceptional professional development, strong leadership, a culture of wellbeing and opportunities for growth, we will empower every colleague to excel, progress and lead. Together, we will create and support a resilient, future-focused organisation that attracts and retains the very best talent and delivers great outcomes for learners, families and communities.