At Birstwith CE Primary School, through our Christian values and ethos, we aim to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is cherished and where all flourish.
'Love one another as I have loved you.' John 13:34
Our aims are to:
- Within the context of Christian belief and practice, provide a happy, safe, caring and ordered environment in which each person is valued for what they have to offer and are treated as special and equal
- Deliver high quality learning opportunities which challenge and encourage pupils to reach their potential and prepare them for the future, thereby setting the foundations for lifelong learning
- Offer a balanced, dynamic curriculum which encourages physical, social, moral and spiritual growth, as well as high standards of academic achievement
- Nurture strong relationships between school, home, church, village and the wider community, sharing knowledge and expertise
- Help children develop a growing sense of independence and confidence
- Ensure the school works efficiently and is well led and managed
The School Trust Deed
Recognising its historic foundation – and in accordance with its Trust Deeds – the School will preserve and develop its religious character in accordance with the principles of the Church of England and in partnership with the Church at parish and diocesan level. The School aims to serve its community by providing an education of the highest quality within the context of Christian belief and practice. It encourages an understanding of the meaning and significance of faith and promotes Christian values through the experience it offers to all its pupils.
