Spirituality at Selwood Academy 

"Let your light shine before others." – Matthew 5:16 

 

Our Vision 

At Selwood Academy, we believe in nurturing every individual’s light, helping them grow and flourish. Our core Christian values—Hope, Wisdom, Community, and Joy—guide us as we encourage each pupil to reach their full potential. Spirituality is an integral part of this journey, framed by the simple yet profound practice of Looking In, Looking Out, and Looking Up.   

By Looking In, Looking Out, and Looking Up, we grow in confidence and personal success, becoming the best versions of ourselves. Together, we let our light shine brightly, illuminating the path for others and creating a world filled with hope, wisdom, community, and joy. 

 

At Selwood Academy our aim is to empower every pupil to shine their light for all to see. 

 

Looking In 

Reflecting on Ourselves 
How do you feel about yourself? Are you confident, self-assured, and empowered, or do you sometimes feel unsure and insufficient? Looking inward means exploring your thoughts, beliefs, and feelings. 

Why Look In? 

  • Self-Discovery: Understand your values, aspirations, and how you want to be treated. 

  • Empowerment: Build self-confidence and recognise your strengths. 

  • Personal Growth: Positive self-reflection fosters success and resilience, helping you overcome challenges. 

By looking inward, we recognise our potential and acknowledge our worth, allowing us to be the best version of ourselves and truly let our light shine. 

 

 

Looking Out 

Connecting with Our Community 
Our world is filled with opportunities to make a difference. Looking out means understanding the world around us, caring for others, and contributing positively to our community. 

Why Look Out? 

  • Community Service: Engage in acts of kindness and service. 

  • Positive Impact: Help create a thriving, supportive environment for everyone. 

  • Shared Responsibility: Understand our role in building a compassionate and just society. 

By looking outward, we strengthen the bonds of community and embody the values of hope, wisdom, joy, and love in action. 

 

 

Looking Up 

Seeking Something Greater 
Spirituality involves connecting with something beyond ourselves—a search for meaning and purpose. Looking up means embracing life’s bigger questions and seeking guidance from a higher power. 

Why Look Up? 

  • Connection: Find meaning in your relationship with God or a higher power. 

  • Reflection: Ask deep, philosophical questions about life and purpose. 

  • Growth: Align your character and actions with values that transcend daily life. 

Whether through prayer, meditation, or quiet reflection, looking up helps us understand our role in the world and aligns our actions with the values that shape our character. 

 

 

Promoting Spirituality through our Curriculum 

Please take a look at some examples of when we look in, look out and look up in our curriculum lessons HERE  

 

Explore Spirituality at Selwood Through Our Pupils' Eyes 

Discover how our pupils interpret and express spirituality by viewing their collaborative PowerPoint presentation HERE