We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through free education whether practical or academic all the way through to PhD level education or professional apprenticeships.  We believe in an education system where children will receive the attention they need to flourish, whilst enjoying the social interactions of classmates.  Therefore, our aim is to reduce school class sizes to 12 children per teacher and Learning Assistant.  We believe in an education system underpinned by the belief that it should develop a person’s deep understanding of the world; encourages a love of learning; has intrinsic value to oneself and the community; and that it is a life-long endeavour.  We believe in an education system that trains our youth in ways that will directly contribute to the prosperity of themselves and Southend, or give them the best chance of succeeding elsewhere.