School Prospectus

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Love, Learn, Live Safe and happy environment At St Peter’s Droitwich C of E Academy we strive to equip our children to be independent, focused, creative and always try to do their best through the opportunities we provide. The whole learning community is dedicated to providing the best possible opportunities for effective learning.

We provide a safe, happy and stimulating environment. We use a wide range of learning styles in our teaching, engaging children through our creative and supportive culture. Integral to our success is our commitment to a supportive pastoral system involving pupils, parents/carers, staff and School Improvement Board Members; a close family spirit is evident throughout our school.

We strive to follow our three golden rules of: We care. We share. We tell the truth.

At our school you will find: • High quality teaching and learning where raising standards is paramount • A broad and creative curriculum personalised to children's strengths • Quality first hands on experiences that bring learning to life • Dedicated and enthusiastic staff, who carefully match their teaching to the varying need of each child

• High expectations for all, with children encouraged to take ownership of their learning

• Learning enriched by technology

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Our school values...

Love, Learn, Live which we interpret through our golden rules; We care, we share, we tell the truth This is underpinned by our chosen Bible story; The Parable of the Two Houses (Matthew 7 “Do as I say and you will be like the wise man”)

Our community All members of our school community strive to ensure that all pupils are happy, confident, independent learners who are capable of taking initiative, thinking creatively and persevering in order to achieve. Children are encouraged to take risks and develop an enterprising spirit.

At our school you will find: • Key Christian values are embedded throughout the school, supported by an excellent pastoral system

• Children are given opportunities to develop all their talents • Our house system encourages team spirit and healthy competition • Parents/carers are recognised as key partners in their children's learning • All members of our community are seen as learners, providing many opportunities to share talents and skills with our children

• Parents/carers are involved in supporting their children's progress

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Supportive relationships...

Quality education in a nurturing and stimulating environment We believe that success comes from creating an inspiring, nurturing, open and stimulating environment where every child feels supported and challenged.

At St Peter's we recognise that relationships matter, whether you are in the classroom or in the wider community we want everyone to feel safe, secure and above all, happy.

At school we support one another through: • A strong sense of family within our nurturing learning environment • A strong staff team with clear vision and common aims • Listening and valuing children's viewpoints • Excellent academic and pastoral support, so children can achieve the best possible outcomes

• Additional learning and pastoral facilities for those needing further support • A wide range of after school clubs • High quality wrap around care, before and after school, to support working families • An open door approach with staff who are always prepared to listen • Excellent transition provision • Developing awareness of our local and wider communities

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Creativity matters...

What will we discover today?

Effective learning experiences We believe that the most effective learning comes from having hands on, enjoyable and memorable experiences that feed the imagination and fuel the desire to find out more. Learning is enhanced by the wealth of opportunities provided in all areas of school life.

At St Peter's our children enjoy: • Our exciting outdoor learning environment, including our Early Years' Foundation Stage garden and Forest School

• Themed focus weeks and events, e.g. art, science, technology • A variety of educational visits and residential trips, which bring learning to life • Multimedia projects incorporating various aspects of computing • Performing in school and in the wider community • Meeting and working with people who have particular skills and talents

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Learning for life...

Our place in the wider world Raise children's aspirations

At St Peter's we aim to develop and support children's aspirations, helping them to become lifelong learners.

We foster a spirit of resilience, perseverance and positive attitudes within our school community – equipping children with skills for life. British Values and our distinctly Christian values underpin all aspects of life at St Peter’s, and a curriculum that is underpinned by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

At St Peter's we are proud that we:

• Give learning a real purpose by making links to real life experiences wherever we can • Develop responsible and active citizens through regular charity work and a recognition of what is happening in the wider world.

• Give children a forum to express their views through the School Council and Eco Council and through 'PupilVoice' activities

• Promote healthy lifestyles through promoting walking to school, sporting events and quality play provision

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Part of

“love, learn, live”

St Peter’s Droitwich C of E Academy St Peter’s Church Lane The Holloway Droitwich Spa Worcestershire WR9 7AN Tel: 01905 772138 Email: spoffice@riverscofe.co.uk Website: www.stpetersdroitwichcofe.co.uk Printed by DS&P (01905) 795644 info@dsandp.co.uk