Visions and Values
Our Vision
At Gatcombe, our vision is for every child to be safe, confident and proud of who they are. We strive to develop respectful, kind and resilient learners who believe in themselves, embrace challenge and aspire to achieve their full potential. By fostering a love of learning, high expectations and a strong sense of belonging, we equip our children with the knowledge, skills and character needed to thrive in the wider world. We encourage them to make a positive contribution to their community and become the very best version of themselves.
Our Values
Our values guide how we learn, behave and treat one another every day.
Respect
- We listen to others.
- We value everyone.
- We speak and act respectfully, using good manners and staying calm.
- We take pride in our school and community.
Aspire
- We aim high.
- We challenge ourselves.
- We try our best in everything we do.
- We believe we can succeed.
Resilience
- We keep trying when things are difficult.
- We learn from mistakes.
- We show determination.
- We never give up.
Kindness
- We care for others.
- We include everyone.
- We help when someone needs us.
- We make a positive difference.
Our School Rules
At Gatcombe, we keep our rules simple and memorable:
Ready
- We come to school on time.
- We are ready to learn.
- We are ready in STAR for learning.
- We have the right equipment.
- We try our best in everything.
Respectful
- We listen and share ideas respectfully.
- We include everyone and celebrate our differences.
- We speak kindly to everyone.
- We treat others how we want to be treated.
- We look after our school environment.
Safe
- We keep each other safe.
- We work together to solve problems calmly and respectfully.