Ethos & Values
Our Ethos
At St Lawrence we believe in learning.
All kinds of learning for all kinds of children.
We put learning at the heart of everything we do.
This is because we know that wherever learning flourishes,
children flourish too.
St Lawrence - where learning flourishes.
Our Trust's Statement of Intent
The Howard Partnership Trust will bring out the best by providing a rich experience both within and beyond the classroom. This will enable all our young people to thrive personally and academically, overcome challenges and make a positive contribution to society.
Our Curriculum Statement of Intent
At St Lawrence, we will ensure that learning flourishes through our enquiry-based curriculum, empowering our children to 'Be the Change' they want to see in the world.
Our Core Principles
Together...
- we inspire learning
- we feed curiosity
- we show courage
- we have ambition
- we celebrate success
...for all our children
Values
In all that we do and across our curriculum, we seek to encourage and support children's understanding of fundamental British Values.
Pupils are taught to value
- Democracy: We make decisions together
- Rule of Law: We understand the need for rules
- Individual Liberty: We believe in freedom for all
- Mutual Respect: We treat others how we would like to be treated
- Tolerance of those with Different Faiths and Beliefs: We accept and celebrate diversity
In addition to the British Values above, at St Lawrence children learn to demonstrate these additional School Values through structured assemblies, recognition systems and curriculum opportunities:
- September – responsibility
- October – citizenship
- November – respect
- December – tolerance
- January – commitment
- February – cooperation
- March – honesty
- April – kindness
- May – fairness
- June – teamwork
- July – courage
Our Rules
We have three basic expectations for our whole school community. We meet these expectations by showing our shared values. Therefore at St Lawrence, we are always:
- Ready
- Respectful
- Safe