Chester Diocesan Learning Trust
Christian Vision
As a key part of the flourishing school system envisioned by the Church of England, Chester Diocesan Learning Trust (CDLT) is founded on a vision that places children at the very centre of its mission. Our Trust is built upon core Christian values, creating an educational system where institutions collaborate to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.
Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ.
1 Corinthians 12:12
Saint Paul teaches, ‘the body is not made up of one part but of many.’ Chester Diocesan Learning Trust recognises and nurtures the unique gifts, skills and talents within our whole community. We seek to empower adults and children to grow in character and mind, shaping a better future.
Lord Jesus, we come to you today to lift up our trust CDLT.
Thank you for bringing us together as one body.
Please help us to share our gifts and talents, so that we can live like you – serving one another and serving others.
May CDLT be a beacon of hope and a force for good in the lives that it touches and beyond.
Amen
Collaborative Relationships
At the heart of our strategy are positive, collaborative relationships. We are committed to championing the unique, diverse nature of our schools, celebrating their individual strengths while fostering a strong sense of community. This is achieved by valuing and resourcing local governance, developing supportive networks for peer-to-peer learning, and promoting collaboration both within the Trust and with Chester Diocesan Board of Education.
Through this, we cultivate a learning community that provides high-quality, inclusive education, offering equity rather than equality and ensuring every child, regardless of background or need, can achieve their true potential.
Effective & Ethical Support
To facilitate this vision, CDLT is dedicated to the effective and ethical deployment of all its resources. We utilise our collective buying power to secure high-quality services and educational resources at the best value.
As our Trust grows, we are strategically developing a central team that provides robust support to our schools, ensuring our growth is financially sustainable. This practical support is intrinsically linked to our commitment to wellbeing, as we prioritise the mental, spiritual, and physical health of both children and adults across the Trust, creating safe, encouraging, and sustainable environments for learning and working.
Valuing Everyone
Ultimately, our goal is to ensure that everyone within the CDLT community feels valued, supported, and inspired. We provide extensive professional development programmes for staff, encourage innovation, and establish networks that offer a chance to share challenges and celebrate success.
Focussing on a healthy work-life blend, we empower our leaders and staff. Our supportive approach helps every part of our Trust to work harmoniously, benefitting the whole community.
