Vision, Ethos & Values

Our core values underpin everything we do at Epsom Primary and Nursery School; focussing on being

Ready

Respectful

Safe

Our Vision is clear and at EPS we;

• Ensuring high quality beginnings
• Provide innovative and future facing education preparing pupils for life
• Create an inspiring, inclusive and safe environment
• Enrich children’s lives beyond education
• Build strong partnership with families and key organisations
• Celebrate differences and diversity

Our ethos ensures we remain focussed on our pupils as individuals ensuring that 'every person shines'.

• Meticulously planned and sequenced learning experience that builds upon prior knowledge, we have developed comprehensive knowledge, skills, and vocabulary for all subjects.
• High focus on reading throughout the school, understanding its vital role in fostering a lifelong love of learning. 
• First hand engaging opportunities such as trips, exploring the local area through field work and a range of workshops. 
• Developing emotional resilience and an understanding of being ready to learn and to develop strategies to be able to be ready to learn through the Zones of Regulation.  
•  Foster a culture of compassion, understanding, and growth for all members of our school community. 
• Build strong relationships and connections within our pupils, rooted in trust, empathy, and respect.  
•  A supportive school that acknowledges and responds to the diverse experiences and challenges pupils may face.
• Support our pupils to gain a wider understanding of the world we live in while being accepting and respectful towards those who may be different from themselves. 

School Development Plan 2025-2026