Our Key Drivers

Our drivers support our school community to understand what is important to every one at Bowburn Primary School. These are to REACH: Resilience, Embrace, Aspirations, Community and Health. Every member of our school community strives to achieve these key drivers at every opportunity.

Resilience

“You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” Winnie the Pooh

  • I will always try my best
  • I will encourage others to keep going
  • I will never give up on a challenge
  • I will accept advice to solve problems

Embrace

“Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one aliver who is youer than you.” Dr Seuss

  • I will celebrate and accept differences
  • I will welcome every opportunity
  • I will be proud of who I am
  • I will show kindness and friendship to others

Aspirations

“Don’t just fly, soar.”

  • I will be the best I can be
  • I will choose my own path
  • I will take risks and step outside my comfort zone
  • I will always reach for the stars

Community

“Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world.” Roald Dahl

  • I will care for everyone in my school community
  • I will be safe and responsible in my community
  • I will show care and respect for our environment
  • I will be proud to belong to the Bowburn community

Health

“It’s ok to not be ok. Some days are just harder than others.”

  • I will have a healthy body, healthy mind and happy me
  • I will know how to keep myself calm and happy
  • I will develop positive relationships
  • I will be an active learner in lessons, breaks and lunchtimes
  • I will make good choices

Please watch our virtual brochure which highlights our key drivers below:

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Bowburn Primary School
Crowtrees Lane
Bowburn
County Durham
DH6 5FP

0191 377 0497
admin@bowburnprimary.org.uk

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