At Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School, our vision is for every child and adult in our community to "shine like stars in the sky" (Philippians 2:15).
Our motto, ‘Learn together, shine forever,’ reflects our belief that lifelong learning and strong relationships help each of us to flourish and shine brightly, both now and into the future.
We believe that shining isn’t about being the best; it’s about being your best, growing in confidence, showing kindness and making a difference in the lives of others.
At Tewkesbury C of E Primary, shining looks like:
Myself
Knowing that we are made in the image of God... (Genesis 1:26-28)
· Growing in confidence, celebrating my strengths and always trying my best, knowing that I am loved, unique and able to shine in my own way.
· Being nurtured, challenged and supported so I can reach my full potential and become the very best version of myself.
Others
Knowing that we are called to love one another as God has loved us... (John 13:34-35)
· Building kind, respectful and loving relationships with friends, staff and my wider school family.
· Encouraging and helping others to shine too, because we believe we shine brightest when we shine together.
The World
Knowing that God has created the beautiful world for us to enjoy... (Genesis 1:1-5)
· Using my learning and talents to make a difference in our school, our town, and our world.
· Taking part in exciting opportunities, in and out of the classroom, that help me discover who I am and what I can do.
Beyond
Knowing that God is our beginning and our end... (Revelation 22:13)
· Living out our Christian values, which guide and inspire me on my journey through life.
· Shining in my relationship with God - knowing I’m part of something bigger, and that I have a light to share with the world.
Our Values
Our Christian values are at the heart of everything we do - the foundations we build on and the lens through which we see the world. Most of all, they are the way we shine. They guide how we treat one another, how we learn, and how we grow.
Our values are:
Hope • Peace • Respect • Forgiveness • Community • Faith • Love
By living out these values every day, we help one another to shine brightly in all that we do.