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Herbert Thompson is a large primary school on the west side of Cardiff, meeting the needs of children of all abilities aged 4-11. We have a Flying Start provision on-site, which caters to children aged 2-3. We are very proud to serve such a tight-knit community in Ely. We are a family at Herbert Thompson and the foundations of our school are built upon care, love, and respect for one another. We are passionate about building positive relationships between pupils, staff, parents, the Local Authority, Consortium, and the wider community. Our extensive links with our community ensure that our children benefit from and are inspired by a range of extracurricular activities and events. Our school mission statement is: “Find your talents and let them grow. Be the person you’d like to know.”Our vision for the future is based around the unwavering belief that our community will live with positive values and behaviors and have the skills and aspirations to live happy and successful futures. We have six core values that drive us every day and are role modeled through all that we do. These are: Respect Care Determination Security Diversity Achievement As a school, we have the highest expectations and are fully committed to striving to improve our practice. We are very proud to be a Welsh Government Pioneer School and Central South Consortium School Improvement Hub, providing a range of professional development opportunities from Initial Teacher Training through to Leadership Programmes. The school is the first school in Cardiff to receive the National Quality Award for Healthy Schools and has also won the ICT Mark, the Gold Cardiff Arts Mark, the International Inspiration Award, and the Investors in Families Award, amongst many others. At Herbert Thompson with such incredible children and such passionate, talented, and dedicated staff who truly believe in the value and potential of all our children. The professionalism, skills, and expertise of the staff are second to none and We are constantly inspired by their enthusiasm and drive. The impact of this can be seen by the positive ethos and atmosphere of our school. It gives me great pleasure to see how happy our children are every day and to witness the excellent progress they make as they move through school. View full school

At Thompson Rivers University, student success is our priority. We empower our students to reach their goals with flexible learning options, individualized student services, hands-on learning opportunities, and a diverse, inclusive environment. For 45 years, TRU has taken pride in providing an excellent education to every student who comes to us from a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives at various learning journeys. Nearly 26,000 students study on our campuses in Kamloops and Williams Lake, or distance or online courses and programs through Open Learning. From traditional academics to trades, from certificates to graduate degrees, TRU offers over 140 on-campus programs and 60 Open Learning programs to choose from. Our students apply what they learn in co-op work terms, study abroad, undergraduate research, field schools, and practicums, service learning, and other opportunities — with guidance and mentorship by our accessible faculty. Research, creation, and innovation thrive in our open, flexible learning environment. And so do our students. TRU is a comprehensive, learner-centered, environmentally responsible institution that serves its regional, national, and international learners and their communities through high quality and flexible education, training, research, and scholarship. TRU will prioritize academic engagement and programs which fully develop our learners' knowledge and skills and support student career success. TRU will prioritize programs and practices that support diversity, inclusion, and intercultural understanding between Aboriginal, local, regional, and global communities. TRU will prioritize the development and mobilization of scholarship, research, training, teaching innovation, professional practice, and creative capacity to benefit people. TRU will prioritize entrepreneurial collaboration and social enterprise that mutually benefits the university and the communities we serve. TRU will prioritize initiatives that mutually benefit the university and the communities we serve. The academic vision of Thompson Rivers University includes the recognition and celebration of the location of our primary and regional campuses in the traditional territories of Aboriginal people: the Kamloops campus is situated in Tk' emlups territory the Williams Lake campus is situated in the T'exelcemc the 100 Mile House regional center is situated in Tsq'escenemc the Ashcroft regional center is situated in the Ashcroft First Nation, belonging to the Nlaka'pmx Nation the Barriere and Clearwater regional centers are situated in Simpcw territory, and the Lillooet regional center is situated in the St'át' IMC Nation, which includes Bridge River (Nxwisten), Pavilion (Ts'kw'aylacw), Cayoose Creek (Sekw'el' was), Mt. Currie (Lil' wat), Seton Lake (Chalath), Lillooet (T'it' quiet), Fountain (Xáxl' IP), Anderson Lake (N'quatqua), Douglas (Xa'xtsa), Skatin and Samahquam. Thompson Rivers University recognizes the need to include learning opportunities for all Aboriginal students, including First Nations, Inuit, and Métis learners. TRU's Academic Plan ensures our students have access to a research-informed education. Our communities have access to the benefits of scholarly, research, and creative activities to solve community problems and enrich community life. The varied ways TRU implements the Academic Plan, from Aboriginal TRU Start and Global Competency to programs like Interdisciplinary Studies and the Teaching and Learning Scholars, provide students with access to excellence. Governance at TRU is divided into three bodies responsible for corporate and academic decision-making. The Board of Governors makes decisions on such matters as property development, labor, and finance. The Senate and the Planning Council for Open Learning make decisions on curriculum, credentials, admissions, and educational policies. The Province of British Columbia legislates the composition, powers, and duties of each governing body in the Thompson Rivers University Act. The Board of Governors is responsible for the management, administration, and control of the property, revenue, business, and affairs of the university, except those vested in the Senate or the Planning Council for Open Learning. The Senate is responsible for the academic affairs of the university. The Senate sets criteria for awarding credentials, curriculum content, qualifications for admission, and educational policies and procedures. The Planning Council for Open Learning sets the admissions and residency requirements for courses, programs, and credentials offered through TRU's Open Learning Division. The Office of the General Counsel and Secretariat represents the university's legal interests and its officers and employees while acting on TRU's behalf. TRU policies and regulations are developed by the Board of Governors, Senate, and Planning Council for Open Learning. The President's Council develops operational policies. TRU is a public post-secondary institution, funded by the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Advanced Education, Innovation and Technology. The University Act legislates the university's leadership, including the powers, duties, and offices of the president. The president holds the vice-chancellor offices, member of the Board of Governors and chair of the Senate. View full university