Values, Vision & Ethos

'You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl, instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in Heaven.'

Matthew, 5:14-16

Our vision is to develop within ourselves an understanding of what is right and fair, and to have the strength to face challenges and do the right thing. To be people of hope. To celebrate individuality. To nurture and respect ourselves, others and the world in which we live. To be the best we can be.

'Shine like the star you are.'


Our SHINE Values

St. John's C.E. Primary School have a series of values which are proudly shared across the school family:

Strength

Have the strength to stand up for what is right. Be a courageous advocate. 

Hope

To be people of hope. Have hope when times are dark and difficult. Keep positive and be resilient - there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Individuality

Embrace and celebrate our differences. God made us all unique and this is a very special thing.

Nurture

Cherish, care for, encourage and protect everything in God's world - including yourself

Excel

Fulfil your God-given potential; be the best you can be. Shine like the star you are.

Our Values

TMPF Trust have a series of values which are shared across the family of schools and are inspired by the teaching of Christ:

Trust

Trust lies at the heart of all relationships. By trusting in God we ourselves become trustworthy just as He is.

Psalm 20:7
'Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.'

Mindful

Being mindful of others leads to a heart of compassion; compassion leads to a desire to act for the good of all.

Peter 3:8
'Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers and sisters, be compassionate and humble.'

Peace

Peace and harmony lead to a stable and secure community where all are nurtured and can flourish.

Matthew 5:19
'Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God.'

Friendship

Barriers are broken down in a loving, friendly community based around God.

Ecclesiastes 4:10
‘If one falls down, a friend can lift him up.'