"The Catholic School must provide an experience of a living and worshipping community, and in this way contribute to the entry of its members into the full life of the Church. It should be so inspired by the Gospel that it is seen as a genuine alternative to other forms of schooling"
Easter people 134.
Told..
in scripture;
in the lives of people who are significant for us;
in church doctrine and teaching.
Celebrated..
in liturgy and sacraments;
in prayerful reflection;
in ritual and symbol.
Lived Out..
in moral responsibility;
in active service of others;
in works of justice;
in works for peace.
In Respect
for and dialogue with those of other Christian Churches and other faith traditions.
As a Catholic School, Sacred Heart Primary places strong emphasis on the teaching of Christ, not only in RE lessons, but also as a living tradition witnessed to by all staff and pupils who work and grow together and show respect and concern for one another.
We aim:
- to provide a caring, secure and stimulating environment in which each child can grow in the knowledge of Christ within a community that daily celebrates the Gospel values in practice.
- to provide experiences in prayer, and liturgy that will enable children and staff to continue to develop awareness of their dignity as Children of God and of the unique contribution, which they make as they progress along their life journey.
- to encourage each child to grow in self-esteem, to develop their talents and abilities and to foster a positive attitude to life.
- to help our children, through teaching, through example, through discipline, to develop a mutual regard, understanding, tolerance and respect for others.
- Within a framework of equal opportunity, we aim to develop independence of thought and action; aiming for discipline to become self determined within clearly defined boundaries in accordance with our School Behaviour and Discipline policy.
