Our Values: To Be the Best We Can Be

The best learner. The best friend. The best citizen.

At the heart of everything we do is our guiding principle: To be the best we can be.
We believe every child has incredible potential, and our role as a community is to nurture, guide and inspire them so they can grow into the very best version of themselves—their true, authentic self.

A Family Where Everyone Belongs

Children, families and staff together create our Minster Magic Family.
We are united by warmth, respect and a deep belief that every child deserves to feel valued, supported and seen.
By fostering positive relationships and celebrating individuality, we ensure that every member of our community feels that they truly belong.

Best Learner

We encourage curiosity, resilience and a love of learning.
Being the best learner means:

• Having the courage to try, explore and question
• Building confidence through success and perseverance
• Developing independence while knowing support is always there

This approach helps children thrive, empowering them to develop skills, attitudes and ambitions that will carry them far beyond their time with us.

Best Friend

Kindness sits at the centre of school life.
Being the best friend means:

• Showing compassion and empathy
• Listening to others
• Celebrating differences
• Supporting each other through challenges

Through these values, children learn to build meaningful relationships and become part of a community that lifts one another up.

Best Citizen

We want every child to understand the importance of contributing positively to the world around them.
Being the best citizen means:

• Making responsible choices
• Respecting others
• Being honest and thoughtful
• Taking pride in the school and wider community

These qualities help children grow into individuals who achieve not only academically, but personally and socially.

Belong. Thrive. Achieve.

Our values are more than words—they shape our culture, our expectations and our actions.
By nurturing the best learner, the best friend and the best citizen in every child, we create a school where children belong deeply, thrive confidently and achieve proudly.

Always, and in every way, we strive to be the best we can be.