Our Vision

Our school is a church school where education is grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ, helping each child to reach their full potential while reflecting our commitment to academic excellence.

Inspired by the message in Matthew 5:14-16, we believe that every child is a light in the world. Just as a city on a hill cannot be hidden, we encourage our children to let their light shine brightly, showing friendship, wisdom and thankfulness in all they do. Guided by Christian values, we help children recognise their self-worth, make wise choices, and live in a way that brings glory to God, letting their good works shine before others.

With our Christian faith at the heart of everything we do, we work in partnership with families, the church, and the wider community to create a welcoming, nurturing, and stimulating environment where all are empowered. Through celebrating and appreciating diversity, we foster qualities that inspire children to contribute to a society where every individual is valued and cherished.

'You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lamp stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.' 

(Matt. 5:14-16)

‘Be the light......’

• • • • • • • • • • To know that Jesus is the light of the world.
                  • For every child to shine in life and learning.
                  • To illuminate and ignite everybody’s unique path.
                  • To be a leading light and shine in the lives of others.

In order to visualise our vision we have explained it using a candle:

To know that Jesus is the light of the world - A candle’s flame rises upwards and radiates outwards.

Dear Father,

Help us to put everyday and every situation in your hands, knowing you will guide us.

Amen

For every child to shine in life and learning- A nurtured candle will always burn brightly.

Dear Father,

Help us to have the strength to keep our lights shining in all we do.

Amen

To illuminate and ignite everybody’s unique path - Candles are diverse but the flame still shines brightly.

Dear Father,

We thank you that no matter who we are we can serve you and one another.

Amen

To be a leading light and shine in the lives of others - A candle cannot light itself, but when it is shared the light grows bigger; the flame that spreads and enables.

Dear Father,

Thank you for our light and that we can pass it on to others.

Amen

Our vision statement encompasses the four core elements of the C of E Vision for Education- Deeply Christian, Serving the Common Good.

Education for Wisdom, Knowledge and Skills

We are a church school where education is nourished through the teachings of Jesus Christ, enabling each child to fulfil their potential and which reflects our commitment to academic excellence.

• By providing high quality teaching and learning that allows children to reach their full potential.
• By ensuring that all children have access to a rich and balanced curriculum that is inspiring and involve the children having a variety of learning experiences including learning through play and hands on experiences.
• By enriching our curriculum with learning outside the classroom including trips out, visitors and using our beautiful ground to their full extent.

Educating for Hope and Aspiration

We want our children to celebrate and appreciate diversity, fostering qualities that encourage every child to have aspiration for a society in which every individual is cherished. 

• By knowing all children treating them as individuals to provide personalised learning that takes into account individual needs and different learning styles.
• By having clear and high expectations that match the stage of development of the child.
• By striving for our children to be more effective and independent learners.
• By encouraging resilience in our children when things are challenging.

Educating for Community and Living Well Together

With our Christian belief at its heart, we work in partnership with each other, families, the church, the local and wider community to create a stimulating and caring environment, where everyone is welcomed, nurtured and empowered.

• By providing a happy,caringand stimulating school in which children are highly motivated in a safe environment. 
• By having an open door for parents and promoting an honest and trusting home-school relationship, which is invaluable for our children to thrive in school. 
• By welcoming everyone into our school family and modelling the good behaviour that we expect, through the teachings of Jesus.
• By enabling children to acquire skills they will need to thrive as children and adults in our ever changing world.

Educating for Dignity and Respect

Christian values directly inspire and influence the children to recognise their self-worth and flourish, enabling them to make the right choices that will continue to shape their lives. 

• By promoting Christian Values so all children have respect for themselves, others and their environment.
• By living the Christian Values that underpin the whole curriculum we offer in our school; enabling us to show respect and understanding for other beliefs.
• By being inclusive ensuring all pupils are given equality of opportunity regardless of gender, special needs, disability or race.