Vision mission values

Our mission and values

We are a fully inclusive academy, and believe in nurturing the talents and capabilities of all sections of our community. We continue the excellent work of our feeder schools and provide a huge range of curricular opportunities.

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Aim:

Our aim is to enable students to leave New Forest Academy appropriately qualified and as mature, caring members of society, with the right level of qualifications.

Ethos:

Students at New Forest Academy develop the following attributes which fit strongly with our ethos:
- Confidence – having faith in themselves and in their ideas; concentrating on the positives and the successes
- Motivation – developing passion, drive and a desire to succeed
- Self-awareness – recognising their own strengths and areas for development
- Competitive drive – a focus on task completion, using initiative and seizing opportunities
- Willing to work hard – change is ongoing; learning from mistakes is critical
- Perseverance – having a strong desire to overcome obstacles
- Creativity – thinking of what “might be”; looking at problems as opportunities
- Willing to assume a risk – focus on good preparation and strategic thinking
- Ability to communicate – having an ability to speak and present fluently

Values:

At our school, our four values shape the way we learn, work and grow together. They guide our actions, inspire our ambitions and create our culture.

Be big-hearted

At our school, we commit to being big-hearted. We choose to treat each other with kindness, warmth and care, believing that everybody matters and believing in one another.

Discover what’s possible

We look to create ‘eureka moments’ for our pupils, helping them discover a world of possibilities and opportunities.

Be unusually brave

As a Lift school, we choose to be unusually brave. We’re not afraid to challenge wrongs, to make the right call, even when it’s both unusual and difficult to do so.

Push the limits

We always strive to push the limits. We don’t settle for less than excellent and we won’t allow our pupils to either. We resolve to overcome any self-imposed limits.

News and events

Introducing a new look for our school

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Forest News - October & November 2025

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Music, Magic & Mayhem: Matilda at Lift New Forest

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Accreditations