Christian Visions and Values

Let your Light Shine!

As a Church of England School, our Christian Values underpin all that we do. The Christian foundation of the school ensures that the spiritual development of the children and Christian values have a particular emphasis within the whole life of the school. In accordance with the principles of the Church of England and in partnership with the Church at parish and diocesan level, we aim to develop within our children not only an awareness of self and sensitivity to others, but also the acquisition of a set of moral values and the confidence to make moral judgements and develop habits of self-discipline and acceptable behaviour. The school aims to serve its community by providing an education of the highest quality within the context of Christian belief and practice.

Christian Value

Our Christian Value this half term is Compassion.

The children are continuing to explore this value in class and through worship.

Spirituality at Hinton St George Church of England Primary School

What is Spirituality?

Our spirituality statement encourages everyone to be reflective about their own beliefs on life and interests. The respect for other’s faiths, feelings and values are of upmost importance. Spirituality differs from person to person and often changes within people during the own lifetime, therefore, putting a definition of ‘spirituality’ into words is difficult, as it is an experience that will be different to everyone. Spirituality does not necessarily mean having a religion or a faith, as a person can be spiritual without having a particular faith. Perhaps the most important aspect we feel, is creating a sense of enjoyment and fascination in learning about ourselves, others, and the world around us.  

In school we have defined spirituality as:

‘It is not something that you can see, but something that you feel in yourself and share with others; it is the enjoyment of the journey and not just the destination; it is the awareness of something bigger.’ 

Why is Spirituality Important to our School?

• For our mental health and well-being.  

• To develop curiosity and questioning.  

• To help us wonder.  

• To think about other people, places and to see the bigger picture.  

• To stop, reflect and be grateful and to appreciate the wider world that we live in.