Ethos & Values

Belong. Believe. Become.

At SJB Sixth Form College, our ethos is rooted in the belief that every young person is unique, valued and created with gifts and talents that deserve to flourish. As a Catholic Sixth Form College, everything we do is guided by Gospel values and underpinned by our mission to be a community where care, respect and service to others are at the heart of daily life.

We are proud to be a welcoming and inclusive community where students of all faiths and backgrounds feel a genuine sense of belonging. While our Catholic identity shapes who we are, we warmly welcome all students who are open to and respectful of the spiritual opportunities and values that enrich College life.

Our ethos can be captured through three simple words:

Belong

We believe that students achieve their best when they feel known, valued and supported. At SJB, strong relationships between students and staff create a culture of kindness, mutual respect and inclusion. Every student is encouraged to contribute to our community and develop a sense of belonging that enables them to thrive.

Believe

We are ambitious for every student and encourage them to believe in themselves, their potential and their future. Through excellent teaching, outstanding pastoral support and a culture of high expectations, students develop the confidence, resilience and independence needed to succeed. We challenge students to be aspirational, courageous and committed to becoming the very best version of themselves.

Become

Sixth Form is about more than academic success alone. We want students to leave SJB as confident, compassionate and capable young adults, ready to make a positive contribution to the world. Through leadership opportunities, enrichment, work experience, spiritual development and service to others, students develop the character, skills and experiences needed to flourish in higher education, employment and beyond.

Living Our Values

Together, we strive to be:

• Respectful of ourselves, others, our learning and our environment
• Honest, reliable and trustworthy
• Brave in making the right choices
• Aspirational in all that we do
• Committed to serving others
• Loving towards all members of our community

We also foster the habits of successful learners, encouraging students to challenge themselves, collaborate with others, respond positively to feedback, think independently and approach learning with curiosity and determination.

At SJB Sixth Form College, our mission is clear: to create a community where every student can Belong, Believe and Become.

Through faith, learning and personal growth, we empower young people to achieve their full potential and leave us fully prepared for the future.