Compass is more than the name of a strategic plan. It reflects a way of thinking – one that values clarity of direction, thoughtful decision-making, and the confidence to move forward with purpose.
Compass is a strategic vision that guides Saltus students to think independently, navigate complexity, and prepare to meet the world. Like a compass, it does not dictate a single path. Instead, it provides orientation, requiring individuals to interpret their surroundings, think independently, and make informed choices.
This new strategic plan mirrors our purpose at Saltus. Our goal is not to provide predetermined answers, but to develop the confidence, judgment, and independence students need to navigate complexity and shape their own futures.
At Saltus, we equip students with the knowledge, character, and judgement to make thoughtful, informed decisions about their learning and their future.
Our Mission
To inspire a passion for learning and independent thinking through a commitment to academic excellence, personal integrity, and service to others.
Our Vision
Inspiring students to lead us to a more just, fair, and sustainable world.
Together, these statements capture the enduring purpose of a Saltus education: developing thoughtful, capable individuals who contribute positively to their communities and the wider world. Aligned with the principles of the British Columbia Curriculum, our mission and vision reflect a commitment to academic excellence, competency development, ethical decisionmaking, and global citizenship –priorities that remain central to the Saltus experience and relevant in today’s world.
Our Values
Belonging
We create a welcoming community where everyone feels included, valued, and connected.
Respect
We treat ourselves, others, and the environment with dignity and kindness.
Integrity
We are honest, responsible, and do what we know is right.
Courage
We do not let fear prevent us from exploring new opportunities or facing difficult situations.
Empathy
We seek to understand how someone else feels and see things from their point of view.
Our BRICE values define who we are as a community, guiding how we learn, interact, and support one another. Shared by students, staff, and families, these values shape daily life at Saltus and are embedded in our strategic plan, Compass – informing our decisions, strengthening relationships, and fostering a culture of belonging and character.
Portrait of a Saltus Graduate
The Portrait of a Saltus Graduate serves as the North Star of our strategic plan, guiding the development of the knowledge, skills, and character we seek to nurture in every student.
A Saltus graduate is prepared to meet the world with confidence, integrity, and purpose, equipped to think critically, communicate effectively, and contribute meaningfully in a complex and changing world.
These attributes are developed through learning, relationships, and real-world experiences, reflecting our enduring values and ensuring alignment between our strategic priorities and the student experience.
Together, these attributes define the Saltus graduate.
NGrounded in Our School Values
Acts with integrity and courage, respects the dignity and perspectives of others, and contributes to a community where everyone feels valued and included.
A Critical and Adaptive Thinker
Demonstrates thoughtful inquiry, explores complex ideas, considers multiple perspectives, and applies learning creatively to solve problems.
A Resilient and Reflective Learner
Approaches challenges with determination, learns from both success and setbacks, and grows through reflection, feedback, and experience.
An Engaged and Skillful Communicator
Listens actively, expresses ideas clearly and thoughtfully, and builds meaningful connections through dialogue and collaboration.
A Responsible Global Citizen
Respects diverse cultures and perspectives, contributes positively to community and the wider world, and engages thoughtfully with local and global challenges.
Academic Excellence and the Saltus Learning Experience
Guided by the British Columbia Curriculum, students at Saltus build strong academic foundations while gaining increasing voice and choice in their learning. In the secondary years, they explore interests, select courses, and shape pathways aligned with their strengths and aspirations.
The Saltus Difference
Saltus offers a distinctive educational experience where academic excellence, strong relationships, and meaningful opportunities come together to prepare students for a complex and changing world.
Exceptional teaching
Grounded in the BC Curriculum, supported by strong pedagogy, high expectations, and personalized pathways for every learner.
The British Columbia Graduation Program
A rigorous, globally recognized academic pathway providing access to leading universities worldwide.
CAIS and NEASC accreditation, and BC Offshore School Program annual inspections
External validation of excellence and adherence to the highest academic and operational standards.
Reggio-inspired early learning
Nurturing curiosity, creativity, and foundational competencies through inquiry, exploration, and nature-rich environments.
Our focus on well-being
Strong relationships that foster belonging, identity, and a supportive co-educational environment.
A human-centred approach to AI
A formal AI policy and AI use guidelines for all stakeholders, ensures that innovation supports, rather than replaces, student thinking.
Rooted in Bermuda and connected to the wider world, Saltus provides a learning environment where students grow, explore, and contribute with confidence and purpose.
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Specialized training and holistic development for high-performance student-athletes.
An award-winning outdoor learning space that deepens environmental awareness and promotes well-being.
Our deep commitment to sustainability
Embedding environmental stewardship and responsible practices across the school.
Exceptional two-campus learning environments
Extensive, well-equipped facilities that enrich the student experience.
Future-ready learning environments
Modern environments supporting academics, athletics, the arts, and innovation.
Extensive financial assistance options
Saltus offers unmatched scholarship and financial assistance opportunities.
Saltus Elite Athletics Program (SEAP)
The Saltus Grove
Our Strategic Directions
Compass provides the framework guiding the future of Saltus. Like a compass, it offers clarity on our priorities and the path ahead. Together, these strategic directions shape Saltus as a vibrant learning community. They foster curiosity, strengthen belonging, expand experiential learning, and prepare students for a complex, changing world.
HOW WE LEARN
Teaching and Learning Excellence
HOW WE CONNECT
Experiential Learning and Community Connections
WHO WE ARE Well-Being, Belonging and Identity
HOW WE PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE Sustainability and Future Readiness
Teaching and Learning Excellence
Academic excellence grounded in inspired teaching, collaborative learning communities, and purposeful action.
At the heart of Saltus is a commitment to exceptional teaching and meaningful learning. Guided by the British Columbia curriculum, students build strong academic foundations while developing inquiry, creativity, and critical thinking skills for a complex world.
As learning evolves, Saltus will build on its academic excellence by strengthening instructional practices, expanding interdisciplinary opportunities, and thoughtfully integrating emerging technologies such as AI. These efforts ensure students develop the curiosity, adaptability, and confidence to pursue their goals and contribute to a rapidly changing global landscape.
STRATEGIC COMMITMENTS
1. A clear coherent teaching and learning framework aligned with the BC Curriculum.
2. Shared expectations for high-quality teaching across the school.
3. Engaging learning experiences, grounded in curiosity, connections across subjects, and real-world application.
4. Responsible use of technology and AI grounded in ethical decision making.
5. Sustained staff expertise, professional growth, and continuity.
Progress will be reflected in strong academic outcomes, increased student engagement, and the meaningful application of learning.
Well-Being, Belonging, and Identity
A caring, connected community where each individual can thrive in a culture of learning, growth, and belonging.
A strong sense of belonging is fundamental to the Saltus experience. Built on relationships and shared values, our community ensures every student and employee feels known, supported, and respected.
Saltus will continue to foster a culture where well-being, character, and inclusion enable all to thrive across both campuses. In this environment, students develop confidence, empathy, and integrity, while employees feel valued and empowered, recognizing that student success is closely connected to adult well-being.
STRATEGIC COMMITMENTS
1. A coherent, school-wide foundation for well-being, belonging, and identity grounded in our school values.
2. Clear and consistent support across major learning transitions, from early years through graduation.
3. Student voice, choice, and leadership, as defining features of community life.
4. Understanding Bermudian culture and heritage while valuing the global perspectives that strengthens our community.
5. Strong relationships and a shared sense of community supporting continuity and staff retention.
Progress will be reflected in a strong sense of belonging, positive relationships, and high levels of student and employee engagement.
Experiential Learning and Community Connections
Learning beyond the classroom that builds purpose and connection with each other, our community, and the wider world.
Learning at Saltus extends far beyond the classroom. Through meaningful experiences in Bermuda and beyond, students deepen their understanding of the world while developing responsibility, leadership, and a sense of purpose.
This direction will expand opportunities for experiential learning, including service, outdoor education, exchanges, internships, and community partnerships. These experiences help students connect their learning to real-world contexts while strengthening their understanding of Bermuda’s culture, environment, and global connections.
STRATEGIC COMMITMENTS
1. Meaningful, age-appropriate, safe, and inclusive experiential learning opportunities across grade levels.
2. Experiential learning that builds responsibility, contribution, and leadership.
3. Learning that builds global awareness, understanding, and respect for different perspectives.
4. Strong partnerships that extend learning into the community and beyond.
5. Skilled and confident staff leading high-quality learning experiences.
Progress will be reflected in expanded learning opportunities, meaningful partnerships, and students’ ability to apply learning in real-world contexts.
Sustainability and Future Readiness
A responsible school community that cares for today and prepares confidently for the future.
Preparing students for the future requires both strong foundations and thoughtful stewardship. Saltus is committed to ensuring that the school remains resilient, forward-looking, and responsive to the changing needs of students and society.
Through responsible planning, strategic investment, and a commitment to environmental and institutional sustainability, this direction will ensure that Saltus continues to thrive for generations to come. At the same time, students will develop the adaptability, judgment, and confidence needed to navigate complexity and contribute positively to the future they will help shape.
STRATEGIC COMMITMENTS
1. Responsible stewardship of environmental, financial, and physical resources.
2. Strong governance, sound planning, and proactive risk management.
3. Learning that builds awareness, responsibility, and readiness for a changing world.
4. Facilities, learning spaces, and systems that support current and future needs.
5. Strong leadership and organizational capacity for long-term stability.
Progress will be reflected in responsible stewardship, organizational resilience, and students’ readiness to navigate a changing world.
LOOKING AHEAD
Developing Saltus Distinctive Programs
The Saltus Grove
As Saltus looks to the future, we are committed to advancing distinctive programs that strengthen our identity, deepen student engagement, and enhance our position as a leading independent school in Bermuda with global reach.
Learning Innovation
Strengthening teaching excellence and expanding opportunities for students to engage with emerging ideas, technologies, and interdisciplinary learning.
Saltus Instructional Framework
Supporting exceptional teaching practice with professional growth, and consistent expectations for highquality learning across the school.
STEAM Innovation
Expanding design thinking, engineering, creativity, and applied problem-solving across divisions.
Digital Fluency and Ethical AI Integration
Strengthening students’ ability to engage thoughtfully, creatively, and responsibly with emerging technologies underscored by a human-centred approach to teaching and learning.
Experiential Programs
Extending learning beyond the classroom through real-world experiences that build leadership, purpose, and connection.
Saltus Expeditions
Developing signature experiential learning opportunities including outdoor education, service learning, exchanges, and community-based partnerships.
Entrepreneurship Pathways
Creating programs that cultivate creativity, initiative, and real-world problem solving through innovation and enterprise learning.
Internships and Partnerships
Expanding opportunities for students to engage with local and global organizations through meaningful real-world experiences.
Student Development
Supporting the holistic growth of students through programs that strengthen well-being, leadership, and personal excellence.
Outdoor Learning and Environmental Stewardship
Leveraging environments such as The Saltus Grove to deepen environmental awareness and well-being.
Student Leadership and Personal Development
Expanding opportunities for students to develop confidence, responsibility, and leadership across the school community.
Student Exchange Opportunities
Developing exchange partnerships with sister schools in British Columbia to provide students with meaningful cultural, academic, and global learning experiences.
Together, these signature programs represent the continued evolution of a Saltus education. They will deepen learning, strengthen community connections, and expand opportunities for students to develop the knowledge, skills, and character needed to prepare to meet the world with confidence, curiosity, and purpose.
