St John's CE (VA) J and I School

School Vision

 

'Growing together in one family'

Our school vision is theologically rooted in the Parable of the Mustard Seed. 'The kingdom of heaven is like this. A man takes a mustard seed and sows it in his field. Slowly, but surely it grows. First come the seed leaves; then, more leaves; next the stem that grows taller ... and taller. When it grows up, it is the biggest of all plants. It becomes a tall tree, and all the birds come and make their nests in its branches. Matthew 13:31 - 32

 

At St John's Church School, the parable of the mustard seed shapes our vision as we grow and flourish together. Just as the smallest seed grows into something strong and life-giving, we believe that every member of our community—children, staff, families, and the wider community—has God-given potential that can be nurtured and developed. We value small beginnings and celebrate each step of progress, encouraging perseverance, kindness, and courage in all that we do. Rooted in Christian values, we provide a caring and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and inspired to grow academically, socially, and spiritually. As we work in partnership, we enable one another to flourish, strengthening our sense of belonging and purpose so that together we can make a positive difference in the world.

 

 

Our school logo was redesigned by our children in school. The details within the logo have a special meaning to our school community.

  • The circle shape shows that we are all equal in our school family
  • The children at the top, holding hands represent our class colours. They are holding hands as we love and support each other.
  • The church represents our close links with St John's Church, Golcar and the stained glass windows represent our class colours.
  • The tree represents the Parable of the Mustard Seed and how a tiny seed can grow into a strong tree
  • The clock represents the start of our first lesson and coming together to learn new things
  •  The three branches on the tree represent the Holy Trinity

 

Our Christian values of love, friendship, honesty, forgiveness, and respect are at the heart of our school and underpin our vision of growing together as one family.
 
  • We show love by caring for one another and celebrating each individual as a valued member of our community.
  • Through friendship, we build strong, supportive relationships that help everyone feel they belong.
  • Honesty guides us to act with integrity.
  • Forgiveness teaches us to learn from our mistakes and move forward with compassion.
  • Respect ensures that we listen to and value each other, recognising the dignity of all.

Together, these values create a nurturing and inclusive environment where children, staff, and families grow in faith, learn from one another, and flourish as part of a united and caring  family.

 

 

Fieldhead, Off Leymoor Road, GOLCAR, Huddersfield, HD7 4QQ

01484 644444

office@stjohnsji.co.uk