Our Values

Sowe Valley Primary School Vision

At Sowe Valley Primary School, we believe that “Belong, Believe, and Become” represents the school’s core values for children, staff and families.

· Belong – Every child feels safe, included, and valued as part of a caring and supportive school community.

· Believe – Encouraging children to believe in themselves, their abilities, and their potential to achieve great things. 

· Become – Inspiring children to grow into confident, successful, and responsible individuals who reach their full potential.

To bring “Belong, Believe, and Become” to life at Sowe Valley Primary School, the school community can take practical steps to ensure every child feels included, empowered, and supported in their growth. Here’s how:

1. Belong – Creating a Welcoming and Inclusive Community
✅ Foster a positive school culture where every child feels safe, valued, and respected.
✅ Encourage teamwork, friendships, and kindness.
✅ Celebrate diversity by recognising different cultures, backgrounds, and abilities.
✅ Provide a nurturing environment where children feel confident expressing themselves.

2. Believe – Encouraging Self-Confidence and Aspirations
✅ Set high expectations and provide encouragement so children believe in their abilities.
✅ Offer praise, recognition, and rewards for effort, resilience, and achievements.
✅ Use growth mindset approaches to help children overcome challenges.
✅ Provide role models (staff, older students, or guest speakers) who inspire belief in success

3. Become – Helping Children Reach Their Full Potential
✅ Offer a broad, engaging, and creative curriculum that caters to different strengths.
✅ Provide enrichment activities such as clubs, sports, music, and leadership opportunities.
✅ Support children’s emotional well-being through pastoral care and mental health initiatives.
✅ Work closely with families and the wider community to ensure every child has the tools they need to thrive.

By embedding these principles in everyday school life, Sowe Valley Primary School can ensure that:
every child feels they belong, believes in themselves, and becomes the best version of who they can be. 🌟

Aims

We aim for the children to leave our school as;

Resilient individuals

Has a positive attitude. Finds interest in what they are doing. Sets themselves targets and works towards them. Practises in order to improve. Knows their own strengths and weaknesses. Never gives up!

Responsible individuals

Stays calm. Gets on with the task in hand. Plans ahead. Makes good choices. Takes care of themselves and others. Takes responsibility for their own learning.

Reflective individuals

Ask questions. Stays calm. Listens and considers different opinions. Learns from mistakes. Thinks about what they could differently to make things better. Listens to advice and acts on it.

Risk-taking individuals

Knows that it is ok to make mistakes and that mistakes are part of learning. Doesn’t expect to get things right the first time all the time. Is happy to try new things. Is independent.

Resourceful individuals

Uses their imagination. Asks good questions. Learns in different ways. Works well with others. Looks for ways to help themselves.

Ready individuals

Is always eager to learn new things. Believes in themselves. Gives good eye contact and listens carefully. Is interested. Has their equipment ready.

Relating Learners

Works well with others. Appreciates others strengths and differences. Is supporting and encouraging of others.

Belong, Believe, Become!