Creating a vision statement for Horsley School
The children, staff and governors have revisited the school vision and values statement over the past six months and evaluated its relevance to school today. The last vision statement was written over 15 years ago and whilst it has served us well in providing a “touchstone” for all that we aim to achieve in our school, it became clear that it was time to consider how we might refresh how we express our aims and desires, so that they are more “alive” in all that we do.
We began by asking the children. We wanted to know what they felt was most important for their learning and time at primary school, as well as how they saw their school in future years. Many children ranging from YR to Y6 took part and their views were captured on video and shared with governors and staff, who were asked to contribute their own thoughts during a workshop last summer. Common themes and key words were identified from this wide cross-section of suggestions and a working party was set up to take the work forward. It took three further meetings to put together, edit and agree our final vision statement. We are proud of the result and feel it more accurately reflects the school today.
"The children, staff and governors have worked hard to create a clear vision for the school and its future development. This is captured in the vision statement we now have. We very much hope that you as parents will share this vision with us and be able to support the school as it moves forward.” Cathy Sane, Chair of Governors
“Having worked in advertising for many years, I love things like vision statements and logos. My professional eye and mind says that those chosen are just right for Horsley School! But, as Vicar of the Parish and also Foundation Governor I am doubly pleased to say that the Vision statement articulates what, for me, is at the heart of the Christian Gospel. Being a follower of Jesus is about discovering who we truly are and enabling us to develop into the best that we can be. That is the vision for the children at Horsley School and I heartily endorse these changes.”
Rev. Mike Smith, Ex-officio Governor and Vicar of St. Martin’s Church.
We began by asking the children. We wanted to know what they felt was most important for their learning and time at primary school, as well as how they saw their school in future years. Many children ranging from YR to Y6 took part and their views were captured on video and shared with governors and staff, who were asked to contribute their own thoughts during a workshop last summer. Common themes and key words were identified from this wide cross-section of suggestions and a working party was set up to take the work forward. It took three further meetings to put together, edit and agree our final vision statement. We are proud of the result and feel it more accurately reflects the school today.
"The children, staff and governors have worked hard to create a clear vision for the school and its future development. This is captured in the vision statement we now have. We very much hope that you as parents will share this vision with us and be able to support the school as it moves forward.” Cathy Sane, Chair of Governors
“Having worked in advertising for many years, I love things like vision statements and logos. My professional eye and mind says that those chosen are just right for Horsley School! But, as Vicar of the Parish and also Foundation Governor I am doubly pleased to say that the Vision statement articulates what, for me, is at the heart of the Christian Gospel. Being a follower of Jesus is about discovering who we truly are and enabling us to develop into the best that we can be. That is the vision for the children at Horsley School and I heartily endorse these changes.”
Rev. Mike Smith, Ex-officio Governor and Vicar of St. Martin’s Church.
Our Vision
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The vision is symbolised with an apple tree, with 'nurturing' forming the roots or foundations of the tree and the children's learning; 'To grow' is the trunk, or what drives the learning forward; and 'to thrive' is the positive result or outcome, represented by the fruit of the tree. |
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Our Logo
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We wanted our logo to reflect the spirit of our school, and to be striking and modern. The design incorporates our vision (the apple tree), the school (the oak front door) and our Christian values (the church tower). |
