Vision and Values

Our Mission

Laidlaw Schools Trust was founded in 2008 with a clear purpose: to provide extraordinary education for young people in Newcastle. Today, we serve children from nursery to sixth form across Newcastle, Wearside and Durham and we are committed to extending our impact even further.

Supported by the Laidlaw Foundation, which invests in the education of underprivileged and underrepresented young people, we work to break the cycle of poverty, reduce inequality and develop the next generation of leaders.

Our vision is to achieve academic excellence, drive cross-Trust innovation and secure long-term, sustainable improvement. We nurture strong character, build cultural capital and develop practical life skills, ensuring every pupil has the confidence and opportunity to thrive.

We are guided by strategic priorities that shape our work across the Trust. Through our Early Years provision, we are offering 30 hours of free early years education for all, supporting children and families from the earliest stages of learning. We are also pioneering the use of PedTech to personalise learning, improve access and deliver high-quality, inclusive education for all pupils.

Our commitment is clear: we will provide high-quality and inclusive education for every pupil, regardless of background. Through excellent teaching, innovative practice and targeted support, we aim to transform lives and unlock the full potential of every young person we serve.

Our Values