Manor Wood is fortunate to be made up of a wealth of children from diverse backgrounds, representing a vast array of cultural backgrounds. We have children from every one of the major world faiths, with cultural, linguistic and geographical heritage spanning the globe. Between us, we speak 37 different languages. We celebrate what makes us all special as well as what binds us together - our Manor Wood community. Restorative Practice (RP) underpins everything we do and we belong to a respectful and tolerant school community which values kindness: these threads of shared identity bind us together.

Our pupils are listened to and pupil voice is strong, with children taking on important roles in school. They lead as RP reps, supporting positive relationship building through restorative behaviour and circles. Our children learn to be responsible, resilient and independent and understand the power of repairing and nurturing relationships. We have child Mental Health reps and have been praised for our excellent PSHE curriculum. Manor Wood is described as having pupils' social, emotional and personal wellbeing “woven throughout all policies and practices and a fundamental part of school life” and having “a whole school approach where staff are fully committed to ensuring the very best support is available to pupils” in our external validation as a PSHE, MindMate and Physical Activity Friendly School. The report stated that “at the core of Manor Wood Primary is a drive to ensure that all pupils achieve in a safe and happy environment. The passion and commitment shown by staff, in order to achieve this aim, is what makes this school a very special place.  Staff have created an environment that is calm and nurturing and this is felt the moment you enter the door.”

We are inclusive and celebrate different religions, cultures and our neurodiversity with assemblies, projects and events. Our children study a curriculum rich in diversity, learn about the beliefs of others and explore their own beliefs. They celebrate our rich and varied culture, studying books, authors and key figures in science and history from a range of backgrounds. We know that each one of us is different, but our community values bring us together.

At Manor Wood, children know they belong.