Christian VISION AND Values
Welcome to Driffield Church of England Infant School. We are a friendly and welcoming infant school that has the happiness and education of every child at the centre of all we try to achieve.
As a Church School the Christian vision, values and ethos thread through everything we do and are central to our policies and practice.
(Jesus said) “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.
Neither do people light a lamp and put in under a bowl.
Instead they put it on a 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) (taken from the Sermon on the Mount)
“Learn to let your light shine!”
This passage taken from the words of Jesus at the Sermon on the Mount, underpins our vision to work to support all pupils and staff to flourish and excel in their aspirations. We welcome all God’s children and their families into our Driffield Infant School Community. A place where children and adults of all faiths and none, flourish and are inspired by the Christian character and values of our school and learn to love God, one another and themselves (Mark 12:30-31)in order that they can ‘Live Life in all its fullness’ (John 10:10).
We do this through:
- Embedding our Christian Values; Friendship, Peace, Respect, Perseverance, Creativity and Honesty throughout school life;
- Acknowledging that both academic achievement and social and emotional development and well-being are intrinsically linked and equally well supported
- An engaging curriculum both indoors and out that fosters a delight and wonder in learning ensuring that all pupils(and adults) have the skills and wisdom for life-long learning
- Being a beacon in the community through strong partnerships with others
Our Vision and Values were chosen following consultation with children, staff, parents and governors and are reviewed annually.
Click on the links below for a sheet of ideas to talk about at home.
Friendship
Bible Stories to share:
Ruth and Naomi - Ruth 1
David and Jonathan- 1 Samuel 18-20
Through the roof - Mark 2 1:12
The Good Samaritan - Luke 10:27
Friendship Home/School Values sheet
Respect
Bible Stories to share:
Moses and the Burning Bush-Exodus 3,4
The Good Samaritan - Luke 10:27
Respect Home /School Value sheet
Perseverance
Bible stories to share
The Widow who never gave up-Luke 18:1-8
Daniel in the Lions Den - Daniel 1 1:7
Perseverance Home/School Value sheet
Honesty
Bible Stories to share:
Joseph and his brothers - Genesis 37: 17-33
Zacchaeus - Luke 19: 1-10
Jacob and Esau - Genesis 27 1-40
Creativity
Bible stories to share:
The Loaves and the Fishes
The Creation Story
Noah's Ark
Peace
Bible stories to share:
David and Goliath - 1 Samuel Chapter 17
Jesus Calms the Storm - Mark 4; 35-41
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