Core 

Theological 

Concepts

What this means 

theologically:

What this means at Hampton Lucy School:

Creation

• God created the 

earth and 

everything in it, 

including human 

beings.

• Humans are ‘made 

in God’s image’ (the 

imago dei doctrine)

• We celebrate the diversity of our school community. 

• Our curriculum is designed to celebrate diversity eg Literacy Tree with carefully chosen texts to reflect diversity and look beyond children’s experiences.

• As stated in our ethos, ‘Love one another, as I have loved you’ - all children and adults are loved and valued by the school. 

• Diversity of achievements celebrated through peace prizes, cups for sport, writing, creativity, 

• All children given the opportunity to represent school at a variety of events (sport, maths, etc). 

Incarnation

• Jesus, the son of 

God, born as a 

human to walk 

alongside us 

• Through various Roots and Fruits worship schemes. 

• Prayer club.

• Book in the box - coming to terms with their emotions at time of need.

• Children presented with bibles when leaving school.

• Restorative practice used when things get tough.

• Wow days and trips, giving children wider experiences that they may not otherwise experience. 

The Trinity

• One God in 3 

persons – Father, 

Son and Holy Spirit

• Trinity is 

characterised by 

diversity, with 

distinct roles and 

identity- authentic 

selves

• 3 Candles and welcome words for worship.

• Key events in the liturgical calendar celebrated (Easter, Pentecost)

• Worship table cloths coloured to correspond with liturgical calendar

• Year 6 are given distinctive roles and responsibilities, changed termly, including showing prospective parents around school where they highlight their personal view of the school. 

• Staff endeavour to meet the needs of each individual child, Staff can talk about each child confidently.

•Every child is encouraged to flourish and we celebrate their achievements both in school and out of school. (celebration assembly)

Love

• God is love

• Love was Jesus’

commandment to 

those who would 

follow Him

• Love is the reason 

for Jesus’

incarnation, life, 

death and 

resurrection

• Love in public looks 

like justice

• Our vision is entirely about love in action. 

• All children are treated with love and respect.

• Our behaviour policy proactively celebrates the positive choices of children as well as looking for a restorative way to overcome challenges. 

•Children with additional needs are supported by the whole school community.

Salvation

• The promise of 

eternal life for all 

through Jesus’ 

death, resurrection, 

and ascension.

• The ‘Good News’ of 

the Gospel

• Looking beyond our school - reverse advent calendar, MacMillan Coffee Morning, polar bear fundraiser (inspired by literacy topic) courageous advocacy.

•Telephone box library

• Family service in the church, parents and children involved. Governors involved in planning and delivery. 

Reconciliation

• Jesus’ death and 

resurrection undid 

the separation of 

the Fall and 

brought people 

back into 

relationship with 

God

• Reconciliation is 

about repentance,

forgiveness and 

repair, as 

exemplified in the 

story of Zacchaeus 

in the Gospels

• Restorative justice approach to behaviour management. Restorative circles used to make things right when conflict has been experienced.

• Positive postcards sent home to celebrate achievements.

•Our values - Justice and Forgiveness used as a basis for collective worship