School Values and Aims

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‘Great Minds Grow here at Lingfield Primary School’

At Lingfield Primary School, we believe that our values play a crucial role in shaping our community and fostering a positive environment for everyone. These values are not just words on a wall; they are the principles that guide our actions, decisions, and relationships within our school, and they were created by our children to reflect what matters most to them. Respect is at the heart of everything we do. We encourage every member of our community to treat others with kindness and consideration, recognising the unique qualities that each individual brings. Whether it’s in the classroom, on the playground, or in our day-to-day interactions, respect is fundamental to building a supportive environment. We also value resilience. Life can be challenging, and we aim to equip our pupils with the ability to bounce back from setbacks. We teach our children to embrace difficulties as opportunities for growth, enabling them to face future challenges with confidence and determination. Patience is another cornerstone of our values. In a world that often moves quickly, we encourage our pupils and staff to take a moment to breathe, reflect, and approach situations thoughtfully. This helps foster a more thoughtful community where everyone feels valued and understood. Our aspirations for our students are encapsulated in ambition. We encourage everyone to set high goals and strive to achieve them. We believe that with hard work, dedication, and support, anything is possible. Kindness is equally vital. Small acts of kindness can make a big difference in someone’s day, and we strive to instil this value in our children. We want our school to be a place where caring for others is the norm. Lastly, we prioritise honesty. We believe in the importance of being truthful and understanding that honesty is key to building trust within our community. These values are embedded in our culture and are essential in creating a nurturing and encouraging environment for all.

Privacy Policy

We regard your privacy as important and any personal information you give to us will be used in accordance with the Data Protection Act and the General Data Protection Regulations.

We do not store personal information about individuals who visit this site except where they provide contact information via our contact us page and contact forms available on various pages throughout the website.

Any information you provide will only be used for the reasons specified and it will not be shared with any third party without your consent, unless required by law.

Your contact details are kept securely and are only accessed by authorised members of staff as part of the provision of school services. If you do not wish us to keep this contact information please tell us.

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If you are connected to the internet you will have an IP Address. This may take the form of a figure, such as 333.333.22.1. The address will be automatically collected and logged as part of the connection of your computer to our web server and may be used to determine the total number of visits to each part of the site. This data is not collected and used for other purposes.

This website contains links to other websites. The School is not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites or organisations and recommends you consult the privacy information on those sites.

This policy will be reviewed and updated versions will be posted on the website.

If you have any questions about the use of your personal information, the Information Commissioner is the independent regulator for both Data Protection and Freedom of Information.