HEADS WELCOME

At Shefford Lower School we are committed to shaping the life chances of all children and to creating life- long learners ready for and excited about their future lives. As a community, we share a set of common beliefs, values and commitments. Each child's journey, within both school and wider community, will expose them to a rich tapestry of experiences designed to develop the whole child.

We want your son or daughter to enjoy their childhood at Shefford Lower School, to believe in themselves as learners and to build meaningful relationships and cherished memories of their start in life. We want them to be ready for their future lives as happy, confident and successful individuals who impact positively on their community.

Schools should be places where children grow passions that can shape their future lives, and we design engaging curriculum experiences where achievement in the arts, sport and crafts is fostered alongside the basics and broader academic successes; where children develop 21st century skills which will equip them for their future lives.

We are passionate about inclusion and strive to make classrooms, the wider school and our community learning experiences, places where diversity is celebrated and all learners can enjoy success. We strongly believe in the power of community and work closely with our locality partners to enhance children's experience, whilst also ensuring that Shefford Lower School impacts positively within the wider community.

As will be clear, we believe in developing the whole child to become citizens of tomorrow who will lead fulfilled lives and contribute meaningfully to society with a sense of social justice, with consideration for those less fortunate and with a desire to care for the environment. We also foster self-belief, ambition and curiosity for the world around us.

In summary, Shefford Lower School is a special place with a unique identity. We have a strong culture of inclusion, success in learning, community participation, supportive relationships and joy! We have a deeply committed team of staff, here to contribute to our positive and forward-thinking community. It is a privilege to be given the opportunity to lead this school and to be a part of this vibrant community. I really look forward to working in partnership with you to support your child to be the best version of themselves and to enjoy what life has to offer.

 

At Shefford Lower we aim to...
“Empower young people to take every opportunity and embrace all life has to offer, balancing the needs of students, staff, parents and the local community”

Mission…
We strive to empower, encourage and engage all to explore and fulfil their full potential in an inclusive and stimulating environment. We challenge, develop and progress curiosity for lifelong learning; developing the whole person and imbedding the core values we uphold within our community - nurturing future citizens of the world.

Our Core Values upheld by our whole community

• TEACHING
  Innovative teaching develops 21st century skills at all stages, ultimately driving outcomes upwards and preparing children for their future, within a seamless and stimulating curriculum.
   
• COMMUNITY
  Community centred, outward facing approaches build collaborative partnerships with stakeholders - the school impacts positively within the community and community personnel add value to children’s learning.
   
• THE TEAM
  Sustainable and impactful staffing structures with ambitious leadership develops cohesion at every level where teams live and breathe the values.
   
• THE STUDENT
  Learning ignites passion, joy, confidence and curiosity of the whole child, preparing them to embrace all opportunities and develop as citizens.
   
• ENVIRONMENT
  Create a safe, sustainable environment, which fosters wellbeing and where financial decisions maximise opportunity.