Core Beliefs
Our teaching beliefs about growing intrinsically motivated people of the 21st century.
We know our children, so we:
Cater for individual needs Provide a range of learning experiences that provide for all learning styles and interests Connect with their world Use tools that inspire Model strategies for children to make informed choices and to face lifelong challenges |
We have optimal learning programmes that:
Strongly promote literacy and numeracy development in each child Provide opportunities for children to take risks and develop resilience Develop independence Are grown through enthusiasm and curiosity Are based on authentic contexts for learning Create learning journeys for students to achieve their goals Provide leadership opportunities for all students |
We love life, so we:
Celebrate and recognise successes for all students Understand the reasons for learning Strive for personal excellence in our play and our work Inspire children to participate actively Value diversity |
We believe in a learning community, so we:
Develop strong partnerships between home and school Develop partnerships between the learner and the teacher Develop relationships that demonstrate mutual respect Learn co-operatively Create programmes that utilise the ‘student voice’ Connect with the wider world |
We believe that ‘what we do, matters’, so we:
Recognise our ability as teachers to impact and influence students in positive ways Accept that we too are learners Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in our teaching Listen to students talk about their learning Uphold a child’s self-worth |