Our Faith & Religious Character
St Leonard's C.E. First School is a very proud Anglican school which cherishes its links to the Parish of Ipstones, TMPF Trust’s RE and Collective Worship network, the Trust’s sister schools, and the Diocese of Lichfield. The vision of the school is: From a tiny spark to a bright flame, and our theologically-rooted vision is inspired by:
Our faith-inspired values here at St. Leonard's C.E. First school are:
Endeavour
'In all work you are doing, work with all your heart and soul, as for the Lord and not for all people.' (Colossians 3:23)
Respect
'So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the law and the Prophets.' (Matthew 7:12)
Curiosity
'It is the glory of God to conceal things, but the glory of kings is to search things out.' (Proverbs 9: 2-3)
Love
'And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might.' (Deuteronomy 6:5)
Leading us in faith
SIAMS
The Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) is the Church of England and Methodist Church’s outworking of the requirements of section 48 of the Education Act 2005. It is a key element of the life of all Church of England and Methodist schools in England. SIAMS explores ways in which each school’s theologically-rooted Christian vision drives its work and enables the school to live up to its foundation as a Church school.
St. Leonard's vision promotes love, respect and good relationships within the school. This inspires the community to treat each other well, which can be seen in the positive interactions between pupils.
(SIAMS, 2025)
Bible Reading
'An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.'
(Proverbs, 18:15)