Vision & Values

Vision

We believe that every child and adult can FLOURISH and shine. We recognise that we are all special in God’s eyes and have unique gifts and talents, which we nurture so that each of us has the opportunity to become the very best person that God intended us to be.

As an inclusive school, we warmly welcome families of all faiths or none. We celebrate the cultural and religious diversity of our school community in a caring and spiritually supportive environment.

We strive for our children to recognise the value of their own light, including what ‘lights them up’ and makes them feel whole: we want them to be proud of their personal achievements; to value and respect themselves; and to know how loved they are both by God and by others.

Our vision encourages children to grow spiritually and develop their sense of moral purpose. We want to encourage our children to aspire to great things, letting our lights to shine and to making a difference to the world around us.

Our values are really important to us, helping us to ‘let our light shine’.

Values - REACH

Embedding Christian values, celebrating diversity and the wonders of nature.

Empathy

Understanding how others are feeling. Show care to one another.

Aspiration

Inspiring children to work hard, aim high and believe in themselves.

Courage

Encouraging children to have a go, to persevere and to become resilient.

Happy

Learning happily together, being valued and supported in our school family.

Who we are

Rushton CE First School has a rich history dating back to 1772 and we value our strong local links to the community . As a small school in a rural setting we are committed to providing the best kind of learning experiences to each and every child whilst being truly entwined in our community.

We seek to provide a safe, stimulating environment, caring for the individual child and providing a happy atmosphere for learning. The qualities of confidence, tolerance and compassion are encouraged, leading the child to become a valued member of the community.

Our staff are committed to ensuring each child reaches their full potential and that they have the skills and knowledge embedded ready for the next stage of their education when they move from Rushton to middle school.

Rushton CE First School  joined the Talentum Learning Trust on 1st April 2019.

Our Community

Nestled in the foothills of the Peak District in this quaint little village, Rushton CE First School is at the very heart of the Staffordshire Moorlands local community.

We pride ourselves on being the beating heart of the village and strive to involve ourselves in both daily life and slightly more quirky aspects of this rural life.

Depending on the time of year, children and parents alike may find themselves going on glorious spring walks, performing fabulous Christmas services, flying colourful bunting at the village garden party, or even amongst the local farmers doing a spot of pig racing!

Our dedicated school staff work closely with the PTA, the local community and St Lawrence church to make sure everyone feels included and appreciated.