Our Mission Statement:

‘To Live as Jesus Taught Us’

This is evident throughout our school community, where Christ is at the heart of all we do at Our Lady of Compassion. We strive to create an environment where every person is treated with dignity, care and respect, and where each child feels loved, valued and celebrated as they discover and develop their God-given talents.

Our Multi Academy Company (MAC) Mission Statement:

‘Strong in Faith through our discipleship, serving with love and hope, united in Christ’.

This commitment is celebrated through our school mission and is clearly reflected in the life of our school community. As part of Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Multi Academy Company (OLAAS), a family of 14 schools, we work together to serve and support our children, families and communities. Being ‘Strong in Faith’ inspires governors, directors, staff, parents and pupils to live out Gospel values each day, deepening their relationship with God and strengthening our shared sense of purpose, belonging and service.

Vision

At Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School, we are committed to fostering a love of learning that inspires every child to reach their full potential and become the person God created them to be.

Guided by God's love, we encourage our children to be a light to others through their words, actions and achievements. We nurture confident, resilient and compassionate learners who take pride in their learning and are prepared to meet the opportunities and challenges of the future with courage and hope.

Rooted in an inclusive and caring ethos, we celebrate the unique gifts of every member of our community, ensuring that all feel valued, supported and empowered to flourish.

School Aims Based On Our Mission

At Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School we aim to:

• Place Christ at the heart of all that we do, nurturing a strong Catholic ethos that inspires children to live out Gospel values through kindness, compassion, forgiveness and respect.

• Help children make meaningful connections between the teachings of Jesus and their daily lives, encouraging them to grow as thoughtful, caring and responsible members of society.

• Provide a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum that sparks curiosity, fosters a love of learning and enables every child to achieve their full potential.

• Create stimulating, engaging and inclusive learning environments where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn.

• Ensure that every child is given the opportunity to flourish, celebrating and supporting the unique gifts, talents and backgrounds of all members of our school community.

• Work in partnership with families, governors, parish and the wider community, enriching children's experiences and strengthening our shared mission.

• Develop confident, resilient and respectful young people who value themselves and others, build positive relationships and are well-prepared to contribute to a diverse and ever-changing world.

• Encourage children to recognise and use their God-given talents, enabling them to become a light to others through service, leadership and a commitment to the common good.

OLC Values

At Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School, we are committed to promoting the fundamental British Values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. These values are not taught in isolation; they are deeply rooted in our Catholic faith and lived out through our daily actions and relationships.

Guided by the Gospel message to love God and love one another, we strive to create a community where every person is valued, respected and enabled to flourish. The teachings of Jesus shape our understanding of how we live together and contribute positively to society.

Our faith inspires us to:

• Follow the example of Jesus, showing compassion, kindness and service to others.
• Recognise the dignity of every person, believing that each individual is created in the image and likeness of God.
• Promote the common good, encouraging children to use their gifts and talents to serve others and make a positive difference in the world.
• Respect and celebrate diversity, fostering understanding, acceptance and appreciation of different cultures, faiths and beliefs.
• Reject all forms of discrimination, ensuring that everyone is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect.
• Develop responsible and active citizens, who understand their rights and responsibilities within school, the local community and wider society.

Through our Catholic mission and strong Gospel values, British Values are woven into every aspect of school life, helping our children grow into confident, compassionate and respectful individuals who are prepared to make a positive contribution to the world around them.

Democracy

Pupils have the opportunity to contribute to their learning journey through pupil voice as part of our School Council and through pupil questionnaires. The children have the opportunity of electing two representatives from each class who they feel will best represent their class’ views. School council candidates are required to prepare campaign speeches outlining their suitability for the role and their vision for the school. The school council is actively involved in the life of the school and in decision making processes, promoting pupil leadership.

The Rule of Law

The importance of Laws, whether they be those that govern the class, the school, or the country, is that they are consistently reinforced throughout regular school days, as well as celebrated on a daily basis and through school assemblies. Pupils are taught the values and reasons behind laws - that they govern and protect us - the responsibilities that result from these and the consequences that occur when laws are broken.

Individual Liberty

Within school, pupils are actively encouraged to make choices, knowing that they are in a safe and supportive environment. As a school we educate and provide boundaries for young pupils to make choices safely, through our provision of a safe environment and empowering education. Pupils are encouraged to know, understand and exercise their rights and personal freedoms and advised on how to exercise these choices wisely.

Mutual Respect

This is a fundamental part of our Faith and school ethos. Pupils have regular discussions and assemblies on what respect means and how it is shown to others.

Tolerance of those of Different Faiths and Beliefs

This is achieved through enhancing pupils understanding of their place in a culturally diverse society and are given opportunities to experience such diversity. Each year children study different cultures and faiths through International Studies.