Headteacher's Welcome

As Headteacher, my mission is to drive improvements in every aspect of school life, and to continue to raise standards. I want Chepstow School to be the first choice for every parent when considering the next school in their child’s education and I am excited to begin this very important role and rewarding journey with you and your family.

I believe that the foundations of an outstanding school are based on the values of honesty, integrity, loyalty, accountability, and fairness of actions. We begin the next chapter of educational change in Wales and our commitment is to develop ethical, confident, ambitious and creative learners, who will make a significant difference when they leave Chepstow School, to fulfil their dreams and goals.

At Chepstow School, our ambition is to develop the school into a valuable learning organisation where we commit to deliver high-quality teaching experiences, wellbeing, and promote independent learning. As a caring and committed school, we challenge learners to be proud of what they achieve, and equally challenge staff to develop their own professional practice, to display a passion for the classroom, and lifelong learning experiences.

Our curriculum will underpin our ethos of creativity, produce capable and confident young people and citizens where innovation and mastering of the basics; reading, writing, communicating, mathematics and digital competency are key. We will prepare each and every student to succeed and be prepared for an ever changing workplace, equipped with the skills and competencies to succeed for life.

To uphold our vision, our aim is to promote that everyone associated with Chepstow School shares the inspiration, passion and belief that we can achieve and develop brilliant learners, just as our school motto states; “Inspiring Learning”.

We remain true to our values; we aim to create an open culture, raise expectations, recognise and celebrate success, of which there are many, and set clear boundaries.

We are committed to working with you, your family and community and aspire to be an outstanding school in every way.

Mrs K. Waythe
Headteacher

Our Mission

Inspiring learning… for all

Inspiring learning… for life

Our Values

POSITIVITY

“It always seems impossible until it is done.” – Nelson Mandela

PERSEVERANCE

“Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing the hard work you already did.” – Newt Gingrich

AMBITION

“Reach for the moon and if you fall short, you will land on the stars.” – Lauren Price

CURIOSITY

“I’ve no special talent, I’m only passionately curious.” – Albert Einstein

EQUITY

Equality is treating everyone the same. But equity is taking differences into account, so everyone has a chance to succeed.”
– Jodi Picoult

OUR ETHOS

Strong foundations: Chepstow school is a place where every member of our community can feel that they belong, where they are recognised and valued for their particular gifts, talents and the unique contribution that they can make to our school life.  We aim to give every member of our school community the unshakeable foundations they need to flourish to their full potential.

Building a bridge to your future:   We are an adventurous learning community, constantly looking outwards to the world and ahead to the future; we aim to equip everyone to confidently take the next steps in their own journeys, wherever that may lead them, building bridges to limitless opportunities in the world.