Secrets of Success at Clover Hill Primary School
At Clover Hill Primary School, our four Secrets of Success—Be Ready, Be Responsible, Be Respectful, and Be Resilient—are at the heart of everything we do. These values help children develop the habits, attitudes and character they need to succeed both in school and in life. We teach our pupils to come prepared, take ownership of their actions, show kindness and care and keep going even when things get tough. These qualities build confident, capable learners who are ready to face the future. We deeply value the support of our parents in reinforcing these principles at home, helping to create a strong partnership that nurtures every child’s growth and success.
There are 4 Secrets to Success……
WHAT IS SUCCESS?
Success can mean different things to different people, but at Clover Hill Primary School, we define success as helping every child grow into a confident, capable, and kind individual. It’s not just about academic achievement—it’s about developing the skills, attitudes, and values that prepare children for life. When pupils are ready to learn, responsible in their actions, respectful of others and their environment and resilient in the face of challenges, they are laying the foundations for a successful future. Success is about progress, effort and character as much as it is about results.
At Clover Hill, we have four golden rules which we believe are key to being successful...
1. Be Ready
We believe that being ready is the number one secret to success. We encourage our children to come to school prepared—wearing the correct uniform, well-rested and ready to learn. We foster a culture of listening, working hard, and taking pride in their learning. Completing homework and engaging fully in lessons are key habits we nurture, helping every child build the skills and mindset they need to thrive both now and in the future. Being ready isn’t just about school—it’s about preparing for life.
2. Be Responsible
We teach our children that being responsible is a vital part of growing and succeeding. This means taking ownership of their actions, being honest, looking after their belongings and showing care for others and the school environment. We encourage pupils to complete their homework on time, follow school rules and make positive choices every day. By learning to be responsible, our children build confidence, independence and the strong foundations they need for future success.
3. Be Respectful
Being respectful is a key ingredient in every child’s journey to success. We teach our pupils to show kindness and consideration to others, to value different views and opinions and to treat property, objects and the environment with care. Respect is woven into everything we do—from how we speak to one another, to how we look after our classrooms and outdoor spaces. By learning to be respectful, our children grow into thoughtful, responsible citizens who make a positive difference in the world around them.
4. Be Resilient
At Clover Hill, we help our children develop resilience—the strength to keep going when things get tough or don’t go their way. Whether it’s tackling a tricky piece of learning, not being picked for a special job or team or sorting out playground squabbles, we encourage pupils to stay calm, think things through and find positive ways forward. We teach that mistakes are part of learning and that setbacks don’t define us. By building resilience, our children learn to bounce back, grow in confidence, and face challenges with courage and determination.
Life isn’t easy. There will always be self doubts and barriers - we need to teach our children to push past them and never give up. Parents and teachers need to push the children - nudging them every step of the way. Children also need to take responsibility for their own choices and actions and have the determination to ‘push past’ barriers and set backs.  Even successful people suffer rejection and criticism.