Values & Principles

We guide and prepare boys for what’s now, what’s next, and wherever life may take them

The Beacon is a community that values excellence, encapsulated within three core pillars; our education, school environment and experience.

Education

Boy melting metal in DT

Our team of inspiring teachers deliver a cross-curricular approach to education, providing a broad and comprehensive learning experience. From their first storytime to their final exam success, our priority is to ensure an engaging academic environment for all our boys. Supporting their growth and fostering a lifelong love for learning and critical thinking.

Environment

Boys in Maths lesson

Our state-of-the-art facilities provide the perfect setting for a first-class learning environment. But our commitment doesn’t stop at the classroom door. From our purpose-built theatre space to our exceptional sports facilities, we open up a wider range of opportunities. It’s not just about bricks and mortar; we strive to create an environment that ensures our boys thrive academically, creatively and physically.

Experience

Year 6 in Newquay

We offer a bespoke experience to each individual. Our wrap-around approach to pastoral care pervades all areas of school life. Beyond academic growth, through a diverse range of events, competitions, activities and trips, we enrich every boy’s journey to equip them with everything they need for the next step.

The Beacon Boy

What characteristics define a Beacon Boy?

At The Beacon, we ensure every experience is about becoming a Beacon Boy for life. Our boys develop in character and personality, leaving The Beacon prepared for life and ready to guide the next generation.

Once a Beacon Boy, always a Beacon Boy.

Our mission has always been to inspire boys to achieve their best within a happy, secure and stimulating environment. The Beacon’s core values are fundamental to achieving this mission and to the life of the school. Our whole Beacon community of pupils, parents, staff and governors are expected to act in accordance with the following fundamental values and principles.

Behaving with honesty and strong moral principles.

Valuing all individuals, having due consideration and empathy for their wishes, feelings and rights.

Valuing and aspiring for intellectual, sporting, creative and spiritual success via effort, skill and risk-taking and celebrating one another’s endeavours.

Developing fully as a person, both physically and emotionally, so that our boys are confident, healthy and happy.

Persevering bravely in the face of difficulties or fears, building resilience and self-confidence.

“Pupils demonstrate high levels of personal morality meeting one of the school’s aims to encourage pupils to behave with honesty and strong moral principles.”

Values & Principles

We guide and prepare boys for what’s now, what’s next, and wherever life may take them

Education

Environment

Experience

The Beacon Boy

What characteristics define a Beacon Boy?

Values & Principles

Integrity

Respect

Achievement

Well-being

Courage