St James the Great R.C (V.A) Primary & Nursery School

Prospectus

Mission Statement

The work of St. James the Great School is based on the school's "Mission Statement" as affirmed by the Archbishop of Southwark. The Statement is regularly reviewed and provides the focus for all aspects of the school's work.

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Our school, as a place of learning, belongs to the parish communities of Thornton Heath and Norbury and exists to educate children of the community with the Gospel values, traditions and beliefs of the Catholic Faith at the centre of its ethos, whilst recognising and understanding the individuality of the 'faith journey".

Taking account of National Curriculum requirements, the school will provide a framework within which all pupils are enabled to develop the highest possible level of achievement, fulfilling their academic, moral, physical and spiritual potential.

The school will foster a respect for self and others in a climate of tolerance of individual differences, whilst recognising the importance of striving for excellence and enhancing children 's transition to responsible adulthood.

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