In keeping with our church school distinctiveness journey, we have made the decision to give each year group a class name.  You will notice that all the new class names are linked to trees from the Bible.  There’s a tree on the first page of Genesis, the first Psalm, the first page of the New Testament, and the last page of Revelation. Many major events in the Bible have a tree marking the spot, therefore, we felt this to be a suitable choice of theme for our classrooms.  

• In many ways, trees are like Jesus. They give, and they keep giving.
• They give life and beauty.
• They give shade and rest.
• They clean the air.
• They hold back erosion.
• They offer shelter, food, and protection.
• Trees trap dust and absorb pollutants from the air (physical filter)
• Some have medicinal properties.
• Trees also Improve our health and well-being- reduce stress, blood pressure, absorb carbon dioxide,
• Trees help to grow the economy (people are attracted to live near trees)
• Trees support wildlife

Trees and plants are mentioned in the Bible many times and more than any other living thing apart from God and people.