At English Martyrs’ RC Primary School, our faith is at the heart of all we do. Guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ and inspired by the words Ubi Caritas – “Where charity and love are found, God is there,” we strive to be a loving Catholic community where every child is recognised as a unique gift from God.

As part of the Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP), we are proud to belong to a wider family of Catholic schools, working together to provide the very best education rooted in Gospel values. This partnership strengthens our shared mission to nurture faith, promote excellence, and serve our communities.

Living Our Faith

Our mission is to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where children grow in faith, learning, and character. Through prayer, worship, and daily acts of kindness, we guide our pupils to:

• Stand firm in their beliefs with courage and integrity
• Show kindness and compassion to others
• Seek excellence in all that they do

These principles shape our school life and help our children to become confident, caring individuals who are ready to bring light to the world.

Our Values

Our school values were chosen by our pupils and reflect the qualities they believe are most important in living out our faith each day:

• Kindness – showing love and compassion
• Respect – recognising the dignity of every person
• Courage – standing up for what is right
• Perseverance – striving to do our best
• Honesty – living truthfully and with integrity
• Sharing – giving generously to others

These values guide how we learn, how we treat one another, and how we serve both our school and the wider community.

A Community Working Together

We work closely with parents, carers, and our parish, recognising that families are the first educators of their children. Together, we support each child’s spiritual, moral, and academic journey, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and inspired to grow.

Through our involvement in KCSP and our commitment to Catholic Social Teaching, we encourage our pupils to live out their faith in action—showing service, compassion, and responsibility within the world around them.

Our Commitment

At English Martyrs’, our faith is not only taught but lived. In all aspects of school life, we aim to:

• nurture a love of God and one another
• provide opportunities for prayer and reflection
• encourage service to others
• promote dignity, respect, and inclusion

By living out our motto, “Stand firm. Show kindness. Seek excellence. Ubi Caritas,” we prepare our children to become thoughtful, responsible citizens who make a positive difference in society.