OUR SCHOOL VISION
At Amberley, we believe that all people are made in the image of God and are unconditionally loved by Him, regardless of their background, culture or beliefs. Everyone is equally valued for their individual strengths, and we treat each other with respect and dignity. Our school is a place where everyone should be able to flourish in a safe, loving and hospitable community.
As a school, we believe that it is our role to help each pupil to fulfil their potential in all aspects of their being: physically, academically, socially, morally and spiritually and as such, we aim to provide children with the tools they need to go on to lead fruitful lives which have a positive impact on the wider world: We provide the rich soil that enables our children to develop deep roots and flourish.
We believe that as a school community, we have a duty to try to remove those factors which might prevent children in achieving this. We use the Parable of the Sower to articulate how children can reach their potential.
​Local artist, Sam Adams, worked with children from across the school to create this beautiful art work.
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At Amberley Parochial School, we seek to provide the rich soil that enables our children to develop deep roots and flourish.
This vision roots a sense of belonging and identity among pupils, staff, parents and carers within the Amberley family which raises expectations for learning, behaviour and relationships. The impact is clear in the pride people feel, knowing they belong and are valued.In partnership with DGAT, our Church and community, we nurture growth through personalised, inclusive learning experiences that develop potential and help to create confident, well-rounded and motivated children within the context of caring Christian beliefs and practices.
Children of any faith or none, are given the opportunity to develop their own spirituality by considering the needs of themselves, their community and the wider world.The Amberley Vision wheel incorporates the elements of our school vision; the ‘fertile soil’ we believe is necessary for each of us to grow into strong adults who lead fruitful lives.
Through the Parable of the Sower our school community is united in its understanding of the elements that are needed to grow into reflective, independent and aspirational learners for life.
In order to achieve our vision, we aim to:
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place the needs of the children at the centre of our decision making processes
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work in partnership with parents, governors, local community, church, DGAT, Diocese and our local authority
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provide a safe and secure learning environment in which children and adults feel they belong
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provide a broad, balanced and fully enriched curriculum which encourages all to achieve their potential
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clearly demonstrate our high expectations of all learners
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ensure learning opportunities are purposeful, challenging and exciting, and help to develop skills across the entire curriculum
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provide intentional and consistent opportunities for spiritual development and reflection
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promote physical development and an understanding of healthy lifestyles enable children to take risks and celebrate their successes
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create meaningful links with other schools, local community centres and charities
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highlight how we value all God’s children, and offer opportunities for pupils and staff to take an active role in promoting this.
We believe that we improve and grow stronger by listening to and learning from others. We believe that we develop individuals who can use their skills and experiences to support themselves, others and the wider community.
At Amberley Parochial School we use the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13), our Christian Values, British Values and Learning Powers to strive for excellence, and to promote independent and successful learners. We also believe that we all have the opportunity to use what we have learned to help others to flourish.
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The Department for Education states that there is a need “to create and enforce a clear and rigorous expectation on all schools to promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.”
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The Government set out its definition of British values in the 2011 Prevent Strategy, and these values were reiterated by the Prime Minister in 2014. At Amberley Parochial Primary School, we recognise that these values are closely linked to the core Christian values at run through our daily life in school.
