Our Vision and Values
At Combs Ford Primary School, we want every child to feel valued, supported and inspired to achieve their very best. We believe that children learn best when they feel they belong, are encouraged to be ambitious, and have opportunities to explore the world around them.
Our vision is to create a school where children develop the knowledge, skills and confidence they need for the future, while also growing into kind, respectful and responsible members of their community. Through exciting learning experiences, strong relationships and a rich variety of opportunities, we help every child discover their strengths and reach their potential.
Everything we do is guided by our four core values:
Respect
We treat each other with kindness, honesty and consideration. We encourage children to value different viewpoints, celebrate individuality and show respect for themselves, others and the world around them. Whilst there is a high expectation for this value to be demonstrated in all aspects of school life, we explicitly teach and model this through our assemblies, PSHE lessons and PE lessons.
Community
We are proud to be part of a strong school community. By working closely with families, local organisations and the wider community, we help children understand the importance of belonging, helping others and making a positive difference. We are passionate about using our local community to enhance our curriculum offer with regular trips and visits that also link to local projects.
Ambition
We encourage all children to aim high and believe in themselves. We want our pupils to be curious, resilient and willing to embrace challenges, knowing that effort and determination help us grow and succeed. We want our pupils to be responsible citizens, confident individuals and successful learners.
Inclusion
Everyone is welcome at Combs Ford Primary School. We celebrate diversity and ensure every child feels seen, heard and supported. We believe that our differences make us stronger and enrich our school community.
Our values are supported further by our Combs Code.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
At Combs Ford Primary School, we know that learning is most meaningful when children can make connections between what they learn in school and the world around them. That is why we place great importance on interconnected learning and community-based experiences through the support of our Combs Connections.
Alongside our broad and balanced curriculum, we provide opportunities for children to explore a wide range of cultures, traditions and perspectives. Through educational visits, visitors, community projects, performances, sporting events and enrichment activities, children gain experiences that broaden their horizons and deepen their understanding of the world.
These opportunities help our pupils develop curiosity, empathy and confidence while building an appreciation of both their local community and the diverse world beyond it.
Bringing Our Vision to Life
We fulfil our vision by:
- Ensuring every child feels valued, supported and a true sense of belonging.
- Building strong relationships based on kindness, trust and respect.
- Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is celebrated for who they are.
- Encouraging children to be ambitious, resilient and proud of their achievements.
- Providing exciting learning experiences that inspire curiosity and a love of learning.
- Helping children discover their strengths, talents and interests.
- Connecting learning to real-life experiences and the world around us.
- Working closely with families and our local community to enrich children's experiences.
- Developing children who care for others, contribute positively and make responsible choices.
- Broadening horizons through opportunities that encourage children to explore, create, perform, compete and lead.
- Celebrating diversity and helping children understand and value different perspectives.
- Preparing children with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to thrive in the future.
- Creating happy memories that children will carry with them long after they leave Combs Ford.
As a school that respects the rights of the children and adults in our school family, community and beyond, it is important that our vision adheres to articles from UNICEF’s Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC):
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