Our Values
Shire Oak CE (VC)Primary School – Statement of Values
Rooted in the community – growing for the future
What are our values?
Children at Shire Oak enjoy creative teaching and high quality learning.
All our children are encouraged to fulfil their potential in a happy, safe and nurturing
environment.
We express our Christian values in a sensitive way while, at the same time, welcoming families of
different faiths and beliefs.
Children at Shire Oak recognise their responsibilities towards each other, the local community
and the wider world.
How do we live our values?
Teaching and Learning
Our aim is for all children to make the best possible progress through high quality teaching and
learning.
We ensure children develop the key skills they will need for later life.
We provide all children with a broad and balanced education that meets their particular needs.
Children and staff are encouraged to be creative in all areas of learning.
The school works closely with parents/carers; we recognise that children are more likely to fulfil
their potential when we work together.
A happy, safe and nurturing environment
Staff and pupils show mutual respect for each other.
We enjoy a stimulating and purposeful atmosphere in school.
Our school is a happy place; children know that their concerns will be dealt with promptly and
effectively.
Children learn to be good friends, to care for each other and work cooperatively.
School provides a safe and secure environment in which children learn to deal with risk
appropriately.
Social responsibility and behaviour
We expect high standards of behaviour from all members of the school community.
Children develop an understanding of right and wrong.
Children are supported to play an active part in the life of the school.
Children develop the knowledge and skills to make positive life choices.
Through sharing and celebrating different faiths, children develop an awareness of the role of
spirituality in everyday life.
The school and the community
Children are encouraged to play an active part in the local community and develop an
understanding of their role as global citizens.
The school works closely with partners from our local community to provide a wide range of
learning experiences.
We actively promote environmental sustainability in all aspects of school life.
February 2011
