Welcome An introduction from the new Headteacher Mr Paul Ruffle

Introduction from the New Head So proud to be the Head teacher of the Priory school. Our excellent reputation, location, links with the Priory, 150 year history and children make this a very special and unique school. Church school One form entry school, family Thanks to Simon & Liz

Background & Experience Grew up in Peak District, nr Matlock, Derbyshire 1992 – 1995 Theology BA at Durham University, St. John’s College 1995 – 1999 Graduate Management Programme, NatWest Bank (West Midlands) 1999 – 2000 Keele University, PGCE

Career highlight – opportunity to teach in Uganda Teaching Experience 2000 – 2003 Ellison Street Primary, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffs (Y4 & Y6 teacher) 2003 – 2014 St. Katharine’s Primary School, Bournemouth (KS2 leader) 2014 – 2017 St. Luke’s Primary School, Sway (Deputy Head) Career highlight – opportunity to teach in Uganda

What are my vision and values?

A values-centred school Outstanding outcomes British Values Learning Values Core Values The Priory Pupil All inspired to learn and achieve A caring, Christian community

Our Core Values at The Priory School Love Forgiveness Respect Aspiration Love Forgiveness Respect Aspiration

Love at The Priory School means… 1 Corinthians 14 v4-8 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 8 Love never fails. Every child matters We treat every child as unique and made in the image of God Being generous, being inclusive, being ‘more kind than is necessary’ (quote from ‘Wonder’) Every kid needs a champion Rita Pierson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFnMTHhKdkw

Forgiveness at The Priory School means… Ephesians 4 v32 Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Every day is a ‘new’ day Knowing that learning and developing is challenging and difficult. Mistakes are necessary, because we can learn from them Recognising that there are consequences for wrong decisions and actions Seeking to be fair

Respect at The Priory School means… Matthew 7 v12 So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you. Thinking and acting in a way that shows we care for the well- being of others Thinking and acting in a positive way about ourselves and others Taking pride in our appearance and our school

Aspiration at The Priory School means… Psalm 20 v4 May He give you the desires of your heart and make all your plans succeed. Striving for high standards and having high expectations in all that we do Being prepared to take risks Valuing and nurturing the gifts of all ‘There is a spark of greatness inside everyone of us’ David Hemery https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4_c5Z8TzEs

Collaboration Resilience Creativity Problem Solving Communication Learning Values Rules Ready Respectful Safe Behaviours Collaboration Resilience Creativity Problem Solving Communication Risk-taking Our Rules at The Priory School Ready We Work Hard Respectful We Listen We are kind and helpful We are honest Safe We look after property We are gentle We walk sensibly around the school

Collaboration Resilience Creativity Problem Solving Communication Learning Values Rules Ready Respectful Safe Behaviours Collaboration Resilience Creativity Problem Solving Communication Risk-taking Our Learning Behaviours at The Priory School Collaboration (Team Bee) Resilience (Fish) Creativity (Unicorn) Problem Solving (Owl) Communication (Dolphin) Risk-taking (Lion)

Mutual respect and tolerance British Values Rule of Law Democracy Individual Liberty Mutual respect and tolerance British Values at The Priory School Democracy Individual Liberty Mutual respect and tolerance Rule of Law

Children at the heart of the vision

Our 10 high quality outcomes Outstanding outcomes Our 10 high quality outcomes Excellence & Enjoyment Literate & Numerate Confident & Compassionate Independent & Collaborative Responsible & Respectful “Learning together, aiming high”

My Vision and Values statement On behalf of the children, staff, and governors, I welcome you to The Priory CE VA Primary School in Christchurch, where children are at the very heart of all that we plan and do. Each child, uniquely made in God's image, merits the best we can give. We are a values-centred school, where all are inspired to learn and achieve in a caring Christian community. All members of that community; staff, Governors, parents, carers and many willing volunteers are always working for the benefit of our pupils. We strive for outstanding outcomes for all our pupils – to be the best that they can be. We promote and expect high standards of endeavour and conduct in a safe, disciplined and stimulating environment. Our school is focused on nurturing the children's academic, physical and spiritual development, thereby laying down good foundations for life. In following a broad and balanced curriculum, we aim to encourage active and self-motivated pupils, with a life-long love of learning. We want to inspire our pupils to think about the wider world and how they can make a positive contribution to society. We aim for our Year 6 leavers to be compassionate and responsible citizens, ready to embrace ‘life in all its fullness’. “Everybody can be great because everybody can serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” Martin Luther King