Mission and Ethos - SPGS International

Mission and Ethos

Mission

 

To provide exceptional holistic learning programmes that challenge and excite by recognizing individual strengths and talents; by developing independence, curiosity and innovative thinking.

 

Ethos

 

The ethos SPGS International Schools Chengdu is based on our five core values: Achievement, Community, Liberalism, Creativity and Possibility. We ask all students, staff and families to respect and follow these. Find out more about them below: 

Achievement

  • Cultivate a lifelong joy of learning and discovery
  • Deepen your knowledge, understanding and skills
  • Develop independence, resilience and a sense of self-worth

Community

  • Be honest, respectful, caring and friendly to all
  • Promote a healthy, environmentally aware and sustainable lifestyle
  • Understand your heritage and respect other cultures
  • Be generous of spirit and active in charitable and philanthropic causes

Liberalism

  • Discover the world, challenge preconceptions and think critically
  • Celebrate that we are all unique individuals and welcome others’ differences
  • Be adaptable, flexible and open-minded

Creativity

  • Value the importance of music, art and drama
  • Harness your creative energy and extend your imagination
  • Explore the power and potential of technology and new concepts

Possibility

  • Always be optimistic and look for the positive potential
  • Be confident in your own ability and seek out new challenges and experiences
  • Embrace new ideas and be fearless of making mistakes on the journey to success