our values
OUR VALUES
At Jolesfield, our approach to learning is firmly built upon our RAISE values which are underpinned by the Christian values: enabling every child to grow spiritually and emotionally; fostering imagination and a deep sense of personal identity and self-worth; providing guidance through the loving example of Jesus Christ.
Our R.A.I.S.E. values are:
Respect = Reverence – in the way we treat ourselves and others as God’s creation
Aspiration = Hope – looking for ways God is leading us and our neighbours into abundant life
Independence = Wisdom – being able to pray for guidance and develop a sense of responsibility
Skills for life long learning = Humility – knowing we need to improve and progress in order to succeed
Environment and Community = Compassion and Service – caring for the natural world and for our neighbours as God’s gift to use
THE CHRISTIAN VALUES
Our Christian Values are at the centre of everything we do at Jolesfield Church of England Primary School. Each half term we focus on a different Christian Value. This is done explicitly through our Collective Worship time and also throughout our curriculum. Children have regular opportunities to reflect on each value and to develop an understanding of the Value in action. Each Friday, in our Celebration Assembly, we acknowledge children who have demonstrated these values.
Our visitors from St. Michaels All Angels Church (Reverend Alison and Sally) regularly leads our worship to help us reinforce our understanding of each value as they share stories from the Bible and reflects on what they mean for us in our every day life. Children have opportunities to plan, prepare and lead worship for the whole school through the school ethos group, and also as they organise worship at key points in the Christian calendar for the whole school community.
Reverence
Hebrews 12:28
Therefore, since we receive a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us show gratitude, by which we may offer to God an acceptable service with reverence and awe;
The nature of God, as revealed in the Bible, expects all people to respond with respect and acknowledgement of God’s greatness, authority and involvement in the world.
This extends to respect for the created order, including for every other person, who, the Bible says, is made in the image of God. Reverence takes this response a step further and will include aspects of worship such as awe and wonder, surrender and sacrifice.
Hope
Psalm 199:114
You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.
Hope is about much more than just wishing as hard as we can that things will be different. It is about believing that the world can be better and being prepared to do something! Noah (in the story on the activity sheets) was willing to look silly in front of his neighbours by building a huge boat even though he lived miles from the ocean,
Christians believe that Jesus was both a servant and a king. He demonstrated this through His life, death and resurrection. Jesus taught his disciples what it means to be truly humble. Christians believe that they can serve God by demonstrating humility through their attitudes and actions. This approach to life often runs contrary to many role-models presented to children in the media and popular culture because he hoped and believed that God had a plan.
Wisdom
James 3:13
Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
Christians believe that true wisdom comes from God. As a believer grows in faith, so wisdom will increase. In the Bible, wisdom is seen both as a gift from God and a characteristic of God. In his parables, Jesus taught that placing trust in God and recognising what is of value in life brings fulfilment.
Humility
Ephesians 4:2
Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.
Christians believe that Jesus was both servant and king. He demonstrated this through His life, death and resurrection. Jesus taught his disciples what it means to be truly humble.
Christians believe that they can serve God by demonstrating humility through their attitudes and actions. This approach to life often runs contrary to many role-models presented to children in the media and popular culture.
Compassion and Service
Epeshians 4:32
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Christians believe that their attitudes and actions must reflect the kindness, mercy and compassion of Jesus and the love of God for everyone. We will be reading and discussing Bible stories that have a relevance to Compassion, such as:
- Jesus Heals a Leper
- The Good Samaritan
- The Lost Sheep
- The Baby in the Bulrushes
CONTACT US
For all queries please contact Natalie Saunders or Debbie Smith in the school office on:
- (01403) 710546
- office@jolesfieldschool.co.uk
- Littleworth Lane, Partridge Green, West Sussex. RH13 8JJ
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