Vision, values and ethos
One school. One family.
Our vision
At Kimbolton School, we aim to deliver an outstanding, modern all-round education that challenges children to become curious, courageous and kind young adults with a strong moral compass, able to make a difference to the world.
Our values
Kindness
Curiosity
Courage
Endeavour
Integrity
Our motto
Spes durat avorum
The hope of our ancestors endures
Our motto was first used by Headmaster Kater Vinter (1884-1899).
“The motto announces that the object for which the School was founded is not changed and it may further be said to include a wish that the School may be a centre of education.” Kater Vinter
Our ethos
A supportive and inspiring environment
Kimbolton School is a collaborative, supportive and inspiring place to grow up, study and work. A sense of being a family in one school is important to us. Kindness is our key value and pupils always come first. We know each one well as an individual and tailor our support for their intellectual, spiritual, physical, emotional, and social growth at every stage so that they leave with the quiet confidence to follow their own paths.
A culture of hard work and empathy
Kimboltonians work hard, value personal responsibility and are happy to take risks. The atmosphere every day is informed by those family traits of empathy, service, a lack of pretension, a sense of humour, and respect for the perspectives of others – whatever their background or beliefs.
Commitment to academic and staff excellence
In helping each child achieve their personal best, academic ambition comes first. Good staff are our most valuable assets, whatever their role, and it is important to us that they can also flourish here.
Honouring heritage with a forward-thinking approach
We are fortunate to benefit from a site of great natural beauty and history and are proud of our school’s heritage and traditions. Yet we strive to marry them with innovation and an outward perspective so that pupils understand how to look after them and can appreciate the world both inside and beyond the school.
A community built on inclusion and responsibility
We value the various communities of which we are part, not least former pupils and parents, and take our responsibilities to the local area, the nation and the planet seriously. We are an inclusive community, where children thrive in and out of the classroom because they are happy.
Strategic vision
“My son has had a fantastic time! Kimbolton produces all-round fantastic people with caring natures and lots of interests. Soft skills and people skills are so important these days and the Kimbolton environment has given my children the confidence to interact really well with others.”
Pia, Sixth Form parent
