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About Our Mission

                          Guided by Christ, inspired by St Sebastian:                         Only my best will do. Be kind to one another. Amen.

 

 

 

Our Mission Statement

At St Sebastian’s, Christ is at the heart of all we do.

Inspired by the faith and courage of St Sebastian and rooted in Gospel values, we grow together in faith, strive to be our best and use our God-given gifts. We celebrate our diversity, care for one another and work together to make a positive difference in our community and God’s world.

GROW IN FAITH – STRIVE TO BE OUR BEST – LOVE AND SERVE

 

Our School Motto

Guided by Christ, inspired by St Sebastian: Only My Best Will Do. Be Kind To One Another. Amen.

 

Our Aims & Objectives

GROW IN FAITH

To place Christ at the heart of all we do and inspired by St Sebastian, grow together in faith and live out values of the Gospel.

We will:

  • recognise every person as created and loved by God, nurturing a culture of dignity, forgiveness, compassion and service
  • draw inspiration from St Sebastian, particularly his determination to stand up for his faith and his courage and commitment to what is right;
  • ensure the teachings of Jesus and Gospel values of love, kindness, compassion and forgiveness are reflected in our relationships, decisions and daily life;
  • provide high-quality Religious Education that develops knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the Catholic faith;
  • provide meaningful opportunities for prayer, worship, reconciliation and reflection, enabling everyone to encounter Christ and grow in faith;
  • celebrate the liturgical year and the Sacraments as a school, parish and family community;

STRIVE TO BE OUR BEST

To create a safe, ambitious, enriching and inclusive learning community where everyone is encouraged to develop their God-given gifts, have high aspirations and strive to be their very best.

We will:

  • provide a broad, ambitious and enriching curriculum in a safe environment that enables everyone to learn, grow and thrive;
  • maintain high expectations and aspirations, recognising and celebrating effort, achievement and progress;
  • identify and nurture individual gifts, talents and interests, providing opportunities for these to flourish;
  • ensure equality of opportunity, removing barriers so that everyone can participate, succeed and belong;
  • promote curiosity, creativity, independence, resilience and a lifelong love of learning;
  • strive for excellence, learning from and supporting one another to be our best.

LOVE AND SERVE

To build a welcoming community where everyone is known, valued and belongs; where our diversity is celebrated; and where we work together to love, serve and make a positive difference in God’s world.

We will:

  • create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity, kindness and respect;
  • celebrate the cultures, backgrounds, experiences and contributions that enrich our diverse community;
  • build strong partnerships between school, daycare, families, parish, governors and the wider community;
  • listen to and value the voices of pupils, staff, families and all members of our community;
  • provide opportunities to serve others, support those in need and work for justice and the common good;
  • as ambassadors of Christ, care for God’s creation and make a positive difference by promoting responsibility, sustainability and stewardship within our school and beyond.

Mission Launch: 02.10.2026