What sets us apart
The Â鶹¹ú²úAV Way: reimagining the purpose of education. Our purpose is simple, yet profound: To inspire spiritually compassionate changemakers. Click here to read The Â鶹¹ú²úAV Way.
The Â鶹¹ú²úAV bases its approach on our core principles of educational excellence, character formation and spiritual insight. Our solid examination results are testament to our belief that an emphasis on living well and ongoing character development goes hand in hand with a good education.
The Â鶹¹ú²úAV Difference
The Â鶹¹ú²úAV Way is the route map for the Â鶹¹ú²úAV family of schools. It sets out our purpose and vision, to make clear our highest expectations and commitment to inspiring spiritually compassionate changemakers. Our beliefs are the foundations of our curriculum, pedagogy and ways of working and where our virtues of self-discipline, respect, empathy, integrity, courage and gratitude are lived out, experienced and developed.
With excellent student outcomes across all our schools, Â鶹¹ú²úAV has a proven approach to school development and improvement. Our school outcomes are amongst the top 10% in the country at Key Stage 2 and 4.
Our recent cohort of GCSE and A-Level students have excelled well beyond the achievements of the national average, reflecting their dedication to learning and the hard work of their inspirational teachers. Their truly astonishing exam results open the doors to some of the best universities in the country.
Â鶹¹ú²úAV Schools support each person’s life journey along three parallel paths: Educational excellence; Character formation; and Spiritual insight.
Â鶹¹ú²úAV’s unique ethos places a key emphasis on each individual’s wellbeing and good mental health. Children with higher levels of emotional, behavioural, social, and school wellbeing, on average, have higher levels of academic achievement and are more engaged in the school community. All our schools share a dedicated approach to wellbeing, from providing yoga and mindfulness sessions, sports and exercise, charity work, and working with parents and carers as co-educators.
With excellent student outcomes across all our schools, Â鶹¹ú²úAV has a proven approach to school development and improvement. Our school outcomes are amongst the top 10% in the country at Key Stage 2 and 4.
Our recent cohort of GCSE and A-Level students have excelled well beyond the achievements of the national average, reflecting their dedication to learning and the hard work of their inspirational teachers. Their truly astonishing exam results open the doors to some of the best universities in the country.
All children are welcomed in our schools and supported to reach their full potential. We respect and celebrate the diversity of students, empowering them to build on their strengths. We believe that having a supportive environment motivates students to perform better, improve, and grow. Our teaching staff, therefore, create optimum learning outcomes for all students ensuring requirements are met regardless of their background, learning style or ability. In practice, this means removing any barriers that prevent students from learning.
At Â鶹¹ú²úAV, we care for and respect all life – human, animal, and plant – and strive to live in a way that causes the least possible harm. Students are encouraged to lead on social-action projects, from developing environmental initiatives to working in the local community. For our school communities, these selfless efforts and commitment to stewardship lead to a sense of respect, responsibility, and engagement, contributing positively to society and the world.
4500+ Students
- 12 Â鶹¹ú²úAV Schools Â鶹¹ú²úAV Schools are based across the country, in London, Leicester, Bishops Stortford, Bristol, Somerset and Exeter.
- 4 Learning Hubs
- 600 Members of Staff Our vision for educational excellence is one where deeply inspired teachers nurture joyful students and nourish their innate passion for learning.
- 78% Primary pupils meeting expected standards at KS2
- Character Formation: Our vision for character formation is one where virtues are taught by example and a supportive community of learners fosters a powerful sense of individual and collective purpose.
- Spiritual Insight: Our vision for spiritual insight is one where our interconnectedness with all living beings and with the universe, urges acts born out of humility and love, and the Self is perceived beyond its layers of coverings.
- Educational Excellence: Our vision for educational excellence is one where deeply inspired teachers nurture joyful students and nourish their innate passion for learning. Learning is a quest to discover each student’s unique gifts and potential and lay the foundation for their lifelong journey of learning.
- 0 permanent exclusions
- 95% attendance 2020-21
A Day at an Â鶹¹ú²úAV school
Step into the world of our schools
Our Schools
Â鶹¹ú²úAV Schools are based across the country in London, Leicester, Bristol, Hertfordshire and Somerset. Click on the school below for more details.
Supporting all the people behind our children
The Â鶹¹ú²úAV would be nothing without its strong schools, the incredible parents and families that make up our community and the staff who lead by example every day. We want to create an international experience for all involved and allow everyone to reap the benefits.
The Â鶹¹ú²úAV would be nothing without its strong schools, the incredible parents and families that make up our community and the staff who lead by example every day. We want to create an international experience for all involved and allow everyone to reap the benefits.
For Schools
Our schools are centred around a holistic and challenging curriculum that is based on our triple-pathway; educational excellence, character formation and spiritual insight.
For Parents
As the first educators of their children, Parents and families play a crucial role in their children’s educational journey. Our schools work to ensure their committed engagement as co-educators.
For Staff
Â鶹¹ú²úAV teachers are supported by strong CPD programmes, a powerful network of educators across the UK and clean, inspiring learning environments that support mindful engagement with learning.
Testimonials from the Community
Hear from some of the Â鶹¹ú²úAV community, from parents to principals, students to staff and get a sense of their experiences.
Hear from some of the Â鶹¹ú²úAV community, from parents to principals, students to staff and get a sense of their experiences
The best thing about Â鶹¹ú²úAV is that my kids absolutely love going to school. The teachers make sure that every child feels important. Throughout the years I’ve noticed a big change in my boys, they have definitely gained a lot of confidence and made lots of friends. They want to learn and are encouraged to explore the areas they find the most fascinating.
At my previous school I struggled with Academics when I was younger, just because I had trouble remembering things. I struggled making friends as I was being bullied. However since coming to Â鶹¹ú²úAV I have not experienced any of that. I have met such an amazing group of people, they were so supportive, and no matter where I was from we all bonded over different things, and learnt about each other’s backgrounds and heritage.
I’m so happy I moved to this school, it was one of the best decisions made and I’m happier than I’ve ever been.
I wanted to be in a school that was more holistic, that was a family, and that’s exactly what the Â鶹¹ú²úAV school has given to me. I now have an extended family, more insight into other faiths and I just feel so connected.
News & Events
Message from Dr James Biddulph
Dear Â鶹¹ú²úAV family, In 1998, I was on a bus in Nepal and read two memorable books. They touched my heart. The first was by Jiddhu Krishnamurthi about education and [...]
Â鶹¹ú²úAV Institute – recruiting trainees now!
We are delighted that our 12-month School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme, in collaboration with Teach First, will be running for its 3rd year in 25/26. This course is [...]
A Royal Banquet for Â鶹¹ú²úAV Fields STARS
At Â鶹¹ú²úAV Fields Primary, the ‘star of the week’ pupils are invited to eat their lunch with pride at a special table in the hall to highlight their fantastic achievements. [...]
Partners and Supporters
Â鶹¹ú²úAV has developed meaningful partnerships with a variety of national and international organisations and enjoys the support of many high profile leaders, educators and influencers.
Â鶹¹ú²úAV had developed meaningful partnerships with a variety of national and international organisations and enjoys the support of many high profile leaders, educators and influencers.
Join the Â鶹¹ú²úAV Family
Whether you’re a school interested in joining the trust, a family keen to know more of what we do or a potential colleague looking for a different kind of workplace culture, please get in touch.
Whether you’re a school interested in joining the trust, a family keen to know more of what we do or a potential colleague looking for a different kind of workplace culture, please get in touch.