Our Vision 

Our school vision 

Jesus promised a ‘life in all its fullness’ (John 10:10). As a unique rural school, inspired by our Christian love, we nurture our family to grow and shine spiritually, personally and academically.

The vision explained

We are a rural school located amongst the fields, canals and the small community of Tardebigge; however, nearly 90% of our families come from Redditch. This makes Tardebigge CE First School a unique rural school. Our parent/carer, staff and governor voice, all acknowledge that nurturing children to enable them to flourish is incredibly important at Tardebigge. The Tardebigge community feel that the three traits; spiritually, personally (including socially, morally and culturally) and academically, are integral for children to become the people God intended them to be. At Tardebigge we define spirituality as an emotional connection that we get through experiences and reflection with ourselves, people, nature and beyond.

Our theologically-rooted Christian vision

Jesus' promise of a 'life in all its fullness' is at the heart of our deeply Christian vision. We are thankful to all be children of God and therefore believe everyone can experience this abundant life. In every decision we make, we ask ourselves are we giving the children a chance to grow and shine, a chance to fail and the skills to achieve? In order for children to live a ‘life in all its fullness’, they need to experience a rainbow of opportunities allowing them to develop our core Christian values. We experience the fullness of life, the highs and the lows, in relationship with one another.

Headteacher's personal vision

My educational philosophy is rooted in the belief that every child and adult is unique and capable of flourishing. In a Church of England school, we are called to nurture the whole child—academically, spiritually, and personally - recognising their worth as children of God. My theology for education is rooted in the belief that every child is made in the image of God, and uniquely valued.

I believe education should be inclusive and ambitious, equipping children not just with knowledge but with values such as perseverance, humility, and a sense of hope for the future.

Central to my approach is the idea that children grow best in a community built on love, respect, and compassion, where high expectations are balanced with deep care. I am committed to building a culture where all children are supported to 'live life in all its fullness' (John 10:10).

As a school leader, I understand my vocation not as a personal pursuit, but as something rooted in service to others. While it begins with my own calling to lead in a way that reflects Christ’s love, wisdom and justice, it naturally becomes the vocation of 'we' - a shared commitment among staff, pupils, governors, and families to nurture every child’s potential and to live out our Christian vision together. By shaping a culture where everyone feels valued, empowered and called to make a difference, my vocation becomes embedded in the life and direction of the whole school.

Spirituality across the Curriculum

For more information about the ways in which children develop spirituality across the curriculum, head to our Curriculum > Subjects > RE page.