Welcome to St Philip’s CofE Primary School

At St Philip’s Church of England Primary School, we are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive and stimulating environment where every child is known, valued and supported to thrive. Rooted in Christian love, our community fosters mutual respect, responsibility and compassion.

St Philip's CofE Primary School Vision and Christian Values

Our Mission Statement:

"What God has created, we nurture and celebrate in His love."

Our Biblical Foundation

"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."

Ephesians 2:10

Our Vision

At St Philip's CofE Primary School, we believe every child is God's handiwork—uniquely created, deeply loved and filled with God-given potential. Our mission, "What God has created, we nurture and celebrate in His love," reflects our commitment to recognising the value and dignity of every individual as part of God's creation. As a Church of England school, Christ is at the heart of all we do — the unseen but ever-present teacher in our classrooms, the guide for our staff, and the inspiration for our pupils. Rooted in Christian faith and guided by the teachings of Jesus, we nurture each child academically, spiritually, emotionally and socially, helping them to discover their unique gifts and talents so they can flourish and fulfil the purpose God has for them. We celebrate every achievement, encourage every learner to grow in confidence and character, and inspire our children to use their gifts to serve others with love, compassion and joy.

Our vision is one that is inclusive and welcoming to people of all faiths and none, recognising the dignity and worth of every person.

Through high-quality teaching, meaningful relationships and opportunities for spiritual growth, we encourage everyone to develop wisdom, resilience and hope for the future.

Our Christian Values

Our Christian Values are at the heart of everything we do at St Philip's CE Primary School. They shape our relationships, guide our decisions and influence our learning every day. Throughout the year, each value is explored through Collective Worship, Religious Education, our curriculum and daily school life, enabling children to understand how these values can be lived out in action.

Trust

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding."
Proverbs 3:5

Trust is the foundation of strong relationships. We learn to trust God, ourselves and one another by being honest, dependable and faithful. At St Philip's we create a safe environment where children know they are loved, valued and supported to take positive risks in their learning.

Friendship

"A friend loves at all times."
Proverbs 17:17

Jesus showed us the importance of friendship through His love and care for others. At St Philip's we encourage kindness, loyalty and inclusion so that everyone feels they belong. We celebrate each person's uniqueness and help our children become caring friends who support one another through both joyful and challenging times.

Courage

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid... for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."
Joshua 1:9

Courage enables us to face challenges with confidence and faith. We encourage our children to persevere when learning is difficult, to stand up for what is right and to embrace new opportunities, knowing that God walks beside us.

Compassion

"Be kind and compassionate to one another."
Ephesians 4:32

Jesus demonstrated compassion through His love, forgiveness and care for all people. At St Philip's we encourage empathy, kindness and generosity, helping children recognise the needs of others and respond with love and understanding.

Justice

"Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves... defend the rights of the poor and needy."
Proverbs 31:8–9

Justice means treating everyone fairly and standing up for what is right. We encourage our children to become responsible citizens who value equality, challenge injustice and care for those who are vulnerable both within our school and the wider world.

Perseverance

"Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us."
Hebrews 12:1

Perseverance reminds us that success often comes through determination and resilience. At St Philip's we encourage children to learn from mistakes, embrace challenges and never give up, trusting that with God's help they can continue to grow and flourish.

Respect

"Do to others as you would have them do to you."
Luke 6:31

Respect is shown through the way we value ourselves, each other and God's creation. We celebrate diversity, listen carefully to others and appreciate that everyone has something unique to contribute. We care for our environment and recognise that we are stewards of God's wonderful world.

Living Our Vision

Our mission, "What God has created, we nurture and celebrate in His love," is lived out through:

• nurturing every child's God-given potential so they can flourish in body, mind and spirit;
• providing a rich, engaging and ambitious curriculum that inspires curiosity, achievement and lifelong learning;
• embedding our Christian Values of Trust, Friendship, Courage, Compassion, Justice, Perseverance and Respect throughout school life;
• fostering spiritual growth through worship, reflection and opportunities to encounter God;
• creating an inclusive community where every individual is welcomed, celebrated and supported;
• encouraging children to care for one another, serve their community and become responsible stewards of God's creation;
• developing resilience, confidence and hope so that every child is equipped to make a positive contribution to the world.

Together, we seek to ensure that all members of our school family flourish, knowing they are deeply loved by God and called to use their unique gifts to serve others.

What God has created, we nurture and celebrate in His love.