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St. Mary's Catholic Primary School

Virtues and Values

Each month, the whole school focusses on a core Christian value. These include such values: as compassion, co-operation, tolerance, respect and service. These values are introduced in assemblies, developed through and embedded in school life. I also share these with parents on the weekly newsletter. They are a guide to how we live our lives, influencing our attitudes and actions, encouraging us all to take responsibility for our own learning and behaviour. 

Focussing on these values encourages individuals to ponder, engage with and explore issues from different perspectives; developing a sense of empathy for different viewpoints, as well as developing an intellectual curiosity about the world.

Classification of Virtues

 

Faith

Hope

Love/ Charity

Hospitality

Courtesy

Service

Compassion

Mercy

Forgiveness

Friendship

Justice

Solidarity

Temperance

Courage

Mercy

Trustworthiness

Kindness

Gratitude/ Thankfulness

Generosity

Temperance

Patience

Self-control

Love of Neighbour

Respect

Responsible Citizenship

 

Simplicity

Humility

Gentleness

Self-control

Attentiveness

Love of Learning

Sense of Humour

Fortitude

Patience

Perseverance

Resilience

Determination

Practical Wisdom/ Good Sense

Reflection

Deliberation/ Discernment