Our Values

The school’s vision is rooted in Scripture and Christian theology. We hold a daily act of collective worship to help us realise our vision. We focus on core values through a two-year programme. These values encompass each child’s experience at Hatherop Church of England Primary School.

Using our vision, we seek to develop these core values throughout our community:

‘Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault … shine like stars in the universe as you hold onto the word of life.’

Philippians 2:14-15

Nurturing Aspirations

Friendship, Thankfulness, Encouragement, Truthfulness

Our character and how it develops begins with God, but how it grows also requires discipline and obedience (Philippians 4:8-9). The head-teacher and staff, supported by the governors, work together with pupils and their carers to create a safe environment which allows aspirations to be nurtured (Philippians 4:5-7).

Celebrating Individuality

Respect, Compassion, Generosity, Forgiveness

Humanity is made in the image of God and we are all unique. Christ himself was made in human likeness (Philippians 2:7). Everyone is worthy of celebration (Philippians 4:4).

Fulfilling Potential

Humility, Courage, Creativity, Perseverance

As Christ loved so we are called to love. When people are accepted and affirmed we can be unified in love. Teamwork, consideration of others and unselfishness all create opportunities for people to achieve their potential (Philippians 2:3-4) We are all constantly learning; we are all work in progress (Philippians 3:12-14).

In February 2014, the school received its Statutory Inspection as a Church of England (Anglican) School. Click to view the report.

Latest news: In February 2017, Steve Hutchinson, from Scripture Union, made one of his regular visits to share stories from the Bible in his own unique way – all children enjoyed singing, while Class 3 were taught pyrography, one of the highlights of Scripture Union’s Lagger Camps.

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