Our Values

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We recently reviewed our school values with the help of a 'Values Coach.' This process allowed staff to reflect on their motivations and values, and we also invited the children to contribute. It was quite a challenge to narrow it down to three simple words, as parents and children suggested many values they wanted to include. To capture this, we created a word cloud, which you can see at the bottom of this page. After much thought on grouping the values that mean the most to us, we finally selected these three.

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Family      Fairness      Fearless

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These essential life skills, which we have chosen to focus on, are not just words on a page. They are tools that support our pupils in navigating challenging situations and building positive relationships with peers and adults. Developing these skills is not just a nice-to-have, but a necessity that can enhance academic performance, boost motivation, promote well-being, and help prevent mental health issues from arising. By fostering these abilities, we teach and learn the emotional foundations necessary for thriving and maintaining mental health.

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What are social and emotional skills?

Social and emotional skills enable children and young people to:

• Identify and manage their feelings and behaviour, seeking help when needed

• Build and maintain healthy relationships

• Practice self-control

• Resolve conflicts

• Develop self-awareness

• Overcome challenges

• Make sound decisions

• Build resilience, self-esteem, and confidence

• Cultivate a positive mindset about themselves and the world around them

• Recognise and prevent poor mental health

By mastering these skills, children grow into well-rounded, healthy adults.