Roots to grow, wings to fly

Our school provides a Christian environment which stimulates a passion for life-long learning and nurtures happy, confident and resilient children. 

At Baydon St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, our vision is rooted in the Christian faith and inspired by the words of Jesus in the Parable of the Mustard Seed:

‘The Kingdom of Heaven is like a mustard seed…though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree so that the birds come and perch in its branches’

(Matthew 13:31-32)

This powerful image reminds us that even the smallest beginnings – whether in faith, curiosity or kindness-can grow into something life-giving and strong when nurtured in the right environment.

Roots to Grow

At Baydon St Nicholas , we are committed to helping every child put down strong roots. Through a loving and inclusive Christian community, we provide the care, encouragement, and learning environment each child needs to thrive. Our values of respect, kindness, and perseverance (chosen by key members of our community including our pupils, parents, staff and governors), form the rich soil in which children can grow in knowledge, character, and faith.

Wings to Fly

With deep roots in place, our children are empowered to take flight and become confident, compassionate, and curious. We encourage them to explore their unique gifts with a strong sense of identity and purpose. Just like the mustard tree that provides shelter and rest, our vision is that every child will grow to be a blessing to others, offering support, inspiration, and hope.

In practice this means we are:

• Passionate about providing the foundations for children to fulfil their potential in the ever changing world
• Committed to nurturing a Christian environment where we are tolerant, respectful  and care for each other in our community and the wider world
• Supporting growth of resilient children are adaptable, persistent and embrace learning from their mistakes
• Dedicated to shaping an inspirational environment which encourages a passion for learning
• Providing a wide and varied curriculum that allows our children to explore all their gifts, skills and talents
• Inclusive and value the whole individual