This school is a community where we all work together, where individual needs are recognised and supported and where every child matters. We believe that collective worship is an integral part of our community and through it children develop socially, morally and spiritually. We are part of the Diocese of Chelmsford Vine Schools Trust.
Rooted in love, we grow and learn together, supported by our firm foundations. We nurture and respect the individuals within our community, so that all can flourish and succeed, with aspirational hope.
“Do everything in love” 1 Corinthians 16:14
Our Vision is based on the parable of the Wise and Foolish man. Please click on the links, if you wish to watch the parable and learn the song!
The Wise and Foolish Builders – Bible story for kids
The Wise Man Built His House Upon the Rock with actions – Sunday School Song
Christchurch C of E Primary is a church school committed to excellence. Being a Christian school drives every aspect of our school vision. Our Vision statement and values guide everything we do within our academy. Our Christian distinctiveness is firmly rooted in the daily life of the school through our five key values.
Love is a core Christian value at Christchurch C of E Primary. The English word “love” has many different meanings, but the Greek word, agape, used in the New Testament, is commonly known as “Christian love.” At Christchurch, love means respect, good-will and selfless concern for the wellbeing of each other.
‘May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.’ Romans 15:13
At Christchurch C of E Primary we have high hopes and aspirations for our future, our school and community. We also understand that faith gives us hope for both now and for the future, and that this hope brings confidence. Hope for us means that there is always a future whatever situation we are in, because God promised to never leave us, to always love us, and to help us in times of need.
‘Greater love has no one than this that he lay down his life for friends’.
At Christchurch C of E Primary we encourage children to make deep and satisfying friendships. We help children who are having problems with their friendships. We teach children that Jesus is our friend who likes us and enjoys being with us.
‘And when Jesus had fasted forty days and forty nights, afterwards He was hungry’. At Christchurch C of E Primary we encourage the children to keep going even when things are tough. We ensure that the work we give children is challenging enough that all children have opportunities to develop persistence –we want all children to experience success, but also to appreciate that sometimes success involves struggle. We tell the children that God’s love for them endures forever…whatever they do.
The Bible teaches us to show the core Christian value of Respect to God, our neighbours and the World around us. As we are made in God’s image, by showing respect and consideration to those around us, we are, in turn, honouring God himself. At Christchurch C of E Primary, this means showing care and consideration for ourselves, the pupils in our school and to the adults, parents and wider community who support us in our learning. This way, we can grow together in God’s love, show dignity and understanding to those around us and celebrate the value of each and every individual.
Be Safe, Be Respectful & Be Ready to Learn
