Our Vision & Values
School Life
Our School Day
Life at Overbury School is rich and varied with no two days being the same. Our school vision clearly sets out our aspirations for every day: “God has given each of you gifts from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” Peter 4:10.
At Overbury, our school day is founded on Christian values. We aim to provide a caring, inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and supported. We encourage each pupil to grow academically, socially and spiritually. Through warm relationships, nurturing instruction, and high expectations, we help children build confidence, compassion and a love of learning. Our goal is that each child leaves each day feeling safe, encouraged and excited about what they can become.
School Hours (32.5 hours per week)
School Opens: 8.35am – 8.45am
Registration: 8.45am – 9.00am
Social Time: 10.30am – 10.45am
Lunchtime: 12.15pm – 1.15pm
Playtime: (Years R and 1 only) – 2.15pm – 2.30pm
School Ends: 3.15pm
The hall doors are open from 8.35am and closed at 8.45am.
Peer Mediators
In the playground we have peer mediators, who help to sort out any problems or deal with any worries that other children may have. Every year children write to the Headteacher to explain why they think they would make a good peer mediator.
Our peer mediators say that they enjoy being a peer mediator because they are helping others make friends again so they can be happy. Our Christian values of love, joy and friendship help them do their jobs.
Global Neighbours
At Overbury CE First School, we are proud to be a Silver Award school in Christian Aid’s Global Neighbours Scheme, recognising our commitment to helping children understand their role as global citizens. Through learning, reflection, and action, we encourage everyone to use their gifts to care for others, the environment, and our community.
Global Connections: We have strong links with Kaps School in Malawi, sharing art, culture, and friendship through letters, online meetings, and fundraising projects. Our pupils have raised money to support education, clean water, sewing machines and essential resources for partner schools.
Community and Fundraising: Every year, pupils organise events such as the Macmillan Coffee Morning, book sales and the Christmas Fayre, raising funds for global and local causes including Save the Children and St.Faith’s with Malawi.
Learning for change: Global citizenship is embedded throughout our curriculum. In addition, during our annual Global Neighbours Week, pupils explore how children around the world live and learn, reflecting on issues such as poverty, education, housing and equality.
Overbury’s pupils continue to grow as global neighbours—thoughtful, compassionate individuals who act for change both locally and worldwide.
Our Christian Ethos
Spiritual Zone
At Overbury Church of England First School, our Christian ethos of respect, love, and service guides everything we do. Through a caring and inclusive environment, we nurture the spiritual growth of every child, helping them to understand themselves and their place in the wider world.
Exploring Faith and Understanding
All pupils follow the Worcestershire Syllabus for R.E. alongside Understanding Christianity, exploring faith and spirituality through stories, reflection, and discussion.
Although we are a Church of England school, we also celebrate and learn from other faiths and cultures — marking festivals such as Diwali, Eid, and Sukkot — to foster empathy, respect, and understanding across our diverse world.
Daily Worship and Reflection
Collective worship is at the heart of school life. We hold daily collective worships led by staff, pupils, and visitors, alongside regular services at St Faith’s Church each term.
We celebrate key Christian festivals including Harvest, Christingle, Easter and Christmas.
Each week features a varied programme of worship:
- Monday: Whole School Worship with Mrs Ross
- Tuesday: Singing worship with Mr Hawkins
- Wednesday: Whole school Worship with Miss Davies/ Mrs Evans
- Thursday: Whole school Worship with Miss Davies/ Mr Hawkins with a focus on Picture News
- Friday: Celebration Worship with Mrs Ross
Parents are warmly invited to Friday Celebration Worship, where pupils receive certificates for their learning, friendship, and demonstration of Christian values.
Every classroom includes a reflection area linked to our termly value, providing a quiet space for prayer or contemplation throughout the day.
Leading with Faith and Action
The Collective Worship Team plays a vital role in school life, helping to plan and lead worship sessions each half term. Their involvement builds leadership, confidence, and reflection among pupils.
Overbury has been highly commended in Church Inspection Reports for its strong Christian character and inclusive ethos:
“Spiritual development is a golden thread running through the school’s provision.”
“Pupils flourish spiritually, expressing deep respect for diversity and global awareness.”
“Distinctively Christian values shape a loving and harmonious community.”
We are proud to hold the Silver Global Neighbours Award, recognising our pupils’ commitment to compassion, equality, and active citizenship. Through this, they learn to act as global neighbours, helping to make the world a fairer and kinder place.
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