The main aim of the school is to provide a sound general education to young boys and girls and to develop in them a secular outlook. The School endeavours to make the students responsible, well disciplined, self reliant, loyal & patriotic citizens. Punctuality and cleanliness are special significance. The school also lays stress on physical fitness, sports, spiritual upliftment and the development of latent and acquired talents of the students.

The Crest of Charles's Wain Academy is the Constellation of seven shining bright stars. The Constellation of seven shining bright stars symbolizes the Genius within one and action. The Flambeau of seven bright stars signifies the light of knowledge and Wisdom. Our Late Founder’s words- ‘Be good,’ form the philosophy of the Institution.