At St. John’s C of E Primary School, our whole school vision statement is:
Shining Bright Together As One Family
This reflects our strongly Christian ethos and vision where every member of our school community – pupils, parents, staff and governors – has a role to play in ensuring every person flourishes as a child of God. Our vision guides us in all that we hope to be, enabling every part of our community to shine bright.
Our vision is based on the words of Jesus written in Matthew chapter 5 verse 16:
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father who is in heaven.”
Our desire at St. John’s is for every person to be able to shine their own light brightly, whether it be through academic ability, sport, music, art or anything else. Everyone is important and everyone is a unique masterpiece in God’s eyes.
We also feel it is important that we are never truly alone. At St. John’s we stand together with each other, supporting and helping, celebrating and comforting. We are one school, church and community family, doing life together.
Four of the most important Christian values that link to us as a school are:
- Forgiveness
- Friendship
- Respect
- Perseverance
Our strong belief is that, as God’s children, God has a plan and a purpose for each of our lives. At St. John’s, our aim is to help and support each child and adult to begin to explore and be part of the plans God has for them. Another important Bible verse is found in Jeremiah chapter 29 verse 11:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
This is supported by our school mission statement:
- To provide a secure and happy working environment in which all pupils are enabled to succeed, achieve their full potential and flourish as God’s children.
- To meet the needs of all pupils through high quality teaching and learning opportunities.
- To develop the spiritual, intellectual, creative, emotional and physical aspect of each pupil and adult.
- To show love, care and respect for others in school and in our local community.
- To reflect the variety of Christian attitudes and beliefs in keeping with a Church of England School.
- To work in partnership with all pupils, parents and the wider community to develop a shared vision based on mutual trust and respect.
The Headteacher, Staff and Governors all work together to support this statement.