A place to belong. The confidence to grow. The encouragement to make a difference.

Encourage one another and build each other up

Thessalonians 5:11 

At Bloxham, we want your child to feel known, valued and excited about who they can become. Our Christian vision shapes the welcome they receive, the friendships they build and the opportunities that help them grow. You will see it in a friend offering encouragement, an adult helping a child overcome a challenge and the pride pupils take in contributing to their school.

Our motto, Be. Build. Become., captures that journey. Be yourself, knowing that you belong. Build confidence, friendships, knowledge and skills. Become a thoughtful, capable young person with the courage to try and the kindness to support others.

As a Church of England school, we welcome families of all faiths and none. Our Christian roots enrich a school community where different beliefs and experiences are respected. Through religious stories, teachings and other worldviews, children explore big questions about kindness, honesty, responsibility and living well together.

Our six iCATCH values—Inclusive, Caring, Ambitious, Trustworthy, Creative and Honest—give children a shared language for putting our vision into practice. Developed with children, families, staff and governors, these values belong to our whole community.

Visit Bloxham and you will hear adults and children using this language throughout the day. Pupils earn house points for demonstrating our values: our KBVs, Keeping Bloxham Values. Children are proud of our vision and recognise the ways they can encourage one another and build each other up.

There is plenty to celebrate. Each term, our Values in Action awards recognise children who demonstrate our values. Our Super Heroes celebrate 100% attendance, while our Class Artwork awards showcase children’s creativity and the pride they take in their work.

Children have opportunities to lead and make a meaningful contribution. Through Pupil Parliament, they represent others, listen to different views and help shape school life. Our reading ambassadors champion books and share their enthusiasm for reading. Play buddies help others feel included at playtime, developing kindness, cooperation and the confidence to support their peers. Our Eco Warriors encourage care for the environment and help children understand how everyday choices contribute to a more sustainable future.

These responsibilities develop confidence, communication, teamwork and decision-making. Children discover that leadership involves listening, taking responsibility and helping others succeed. They begin to recognise their strengths, explore their interests and understand the difference they can make.

Clubs, visitors, community projects, trips and residentials broaden children’s horizons further. By encountering new experiences and different ways to contribute, pupils develop skills and interests that help them consider future possibilities. We want them to move into secondary school—and later life—with growing independence, curiosity and the confidence to make thoughtful choices.

Our values also come alive in everyday moments: children supporting charities, persevering with learning, celebrating someone else’s success and speaking honestly when something needs putting right.

These experiences bring British values to life. Pupil Parliament helps children experience democracy and representation. Shared expectations help them understand fairness, responsibility and the purpose of rules. Opportunities to express ideas and pursue interests develop individual liberty, while learning about different faiths and worldviews strengthens mutual respect and understanding.

Come and meet us, explore how our values connect with religious teachings, British values and life at Bloxham —and picture your child belonging, growing and making their own contribution to our school.