We base our work on strong British Values and Christian Values, which are evident throughout school in the attitudes and behaviours shown by all members of the school community.
Most of these Values can be said to be ‘human Values’ and inclusive for people with different or diverse faiths, and also for those with no faith. As a Church of England school, however, we have rooted these Values in the Bible. We have established six Christian Values that are particularly important to members of our school family.
Throughout the year, we celebrate and live out our Christian Values. Each half term we focus on a specific value. Please scroll down to find out more about the Value we explore each half term and a linked Bible story that illustrates the Value well and is particularly memorable for the children.
Our Christian Values newsletters include activities for children to do at home and ideas about how to talk about the values with their families.
RESPECT
"Show respect for all people. Love the brothers and sisters of God’s family. Respect God. Honour the king."
1 Peter 2:17
Christians believe that God gives all people a choice. Those who show respect are acknowledging God’s greatness, authority and involvement in the world.
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We reflect on the following questions:
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How do we experience feelings of awe, wonder and mystery in school?
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Do we have places around school where you can think about the nature of God?
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How do we show respect for each other in our school?
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How do we value and respect our own and other people’s belongings?
Our main Bible Text is The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37).
Autumn Term 1 Newsletter: Respect
THANKFULNESS
" Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus."
1 Thessalonians 5:18
Christians believe that God loves and cares for them in many different ways in all aspects of their life. They know that their response to this provision should be one of thankfulness and praise.
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We will consider the following questions:
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How do we encourage an appreciative and thankful attitude in all members of our school community?
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How does the school raise consciousness of being thankful for those things we often take for granted?
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How do we encourage children to show gratitude in practical ways?
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How do we give thanks for new members of our school community?
Our main Bible Text is The Man Who Came Back (Luke 17:11-19).
Autumn Term Newsletter 2: Thankfulness
FRIENDSHIP
"A friend loves you all the time. A brother is always there to help you." Proverbs 17:17
Christians believe they can call God their friend because of the relationship made possible through Jesus.
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We reflect on the following questions:
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How do we support and encourage friendship bonds in our school?
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How do we find ways to support and include pupils who might be left out?
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How do we help each other to restore broken friendships and become friends again?
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How do we help people who might need advice and support?
Our main Bible Text is Jesus’ Special Friends (Luke 5).
Spring Term 1 Newsletter: Friendship
FORGIVENESS
"The Son paid for our sins, and in him we have forgiveness."
Colossians 1:14
This is the way that upsets can be fixed. Forgiveness is a choice made out of love. For Christians Jesus’ death on the cross shows us why we should forgive, no matter what the cost.
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We reflect on the following questions:
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How do we help each other when we make mistakes?
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How do we help people make up for their mistakes?
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How does our school help us to know that forgiveness is always possible?
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How do we show forgiveness and acceptance of everyone?
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What do we do to encourage each other to forgive?
Our main Bible text is Zacchaeus the Tax Collector (Luke 19:1-10).
Spring Term 2 Newsletter: Forgiveness
TRUTHFULNESS
"Then you will know the truth. And the truth will make you free.”
John 8:32
Christians believe that truth is revealed in the Bible and supremely in the person and life of Jesus Christ. Through Jesus’ teaching we are given an insight into the nature of God and the way in which He means us to live.
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We reflect on the following questions:
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How does our school encourage us to be truthful in our dealings with one another?
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How does our school help us to understand that life is about a search for truth and meaning?
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What does it mean to be true to yourself?
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How can I stand up for my own beliefs?
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How am I being equipped to make informed choices?
Our main Bible text is The Parable of the Two Builders (Matthew 7, Luke 6).
Summer Term 1 Newsletter: Truthfulness
COURAGE
"Be strong and brave. Don’t be afraid of them. Don’t be frightened. The Lord your God will go with you. He will not leave you or forget you.”
Deuteronomy 31:6
For Christians 'having courage' or 'strength to carry on' is linked to faith in God's promises - promises of God's presence, protection and power.
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We reflect on the following questions:
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What helps you to be brave?
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Where do you find your courage?
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Who inspires you with courage?
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If you are facing danger, what objects would you want with you to give you courage?
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Is there a special song or piece of music that helps you feel brave?
Our main Bible text is Elijah and the Prophets of Baal (1 Kings 17).
Summer Term 2 Newsletter: Courage
To explore how our Christian Values underpin our teaching of British Values, please click here.
All our pupils know that we have high expectations of behaviour and attitude to their work and school life. Our Golden Rules support our Christian Values.