Academy Ethos & Vision
The Just Cause
At BBA we all make exceptional things happenÌýtoday, tomorrow and in the years to come.
We all make exceptional things happen every day.

What does this mean in reality? The BBA Backpack
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Every student leaving BBA will carry the right qualifications, skills and qualities ready for a successful and positive future.
| We make exceptional things happen: | At BBA: | What’s in our backpack? |
| Academically | We strive to become experts and love learning. We target the areas we struggle with to help us improve. We understand how to learn. We haveÌýhigh expectationsÌýof our academic performance. We work hard on ourÌý±ô¾±³Ù±ð°ù²¹³¦²â,Ìýespecially reading,Ìýas we know it is the key to our success in allÌýsubjects. | Self-agency Sense of self Sense of place Qualifications Literacy and numeracy skills |
| Professionally | We work hard and efficiently. We take opportunities to lead and work as a team. We become confident communicators. We explore future options and make opportunities for ourselves and others. We wearÌýourÌýuniform correctly. | Strong work ethic Employability skills Knowledge of FE, HEIs and careers |
| Socially | We celebrate our differences. We are kind and helpful to each other. We are honest and build trusting positive relationships. We show empathy and consideration for other people and their feelings. We challenge injustice and inequality constructively. We have high expectations of our behaviour. | Togetherness Ability to build strong relationships Community Cohesion – ability to celebrate, live and work with people from different communities Self-management |
| We make good things happen: | At BBA: | What’s in our backpack? |
| Personally | We strive to be the best we can be We take pride in who we areÌý We work to develop a healthy mind and body We develop resilience and overcome challenges We get involved in a range of activities and try new things | Self-efficacy Self-esteem Healthy body and mind Resilience |
| Within the community | We understand that rules are an important part of life and society We respect and take care of our environment We look after our younger students and vulnerable individuals We take pride in our House SystemÌýand our Academy We take positive action to support others, our Academy and our communities We ensure equity for all children in our community. | Self-discipline Ability to contribute to society and support communities Ability to look after others and the environment |

The next 5 years….
We live the Brunel Way
We develop great staff
So…..
All our students excel