VALUES AND ETHOS
our ethos
...where every child is a valued individual....
Aims
- To develop and enhance the ability of each individual to have dignity and exercise personal choice
- To apply approaches to teaching and learning that are proven to be effective
- To provide pupils with the most appropriate means of mobility, communication and self expression
- To encourage pupils to develop independent living skills to equip them with the knowledge and skills they need in the future
- To offer an environment which is safe, stimulating, creative, challenging and fun
Values
- We appreciate the unique contribution made by each pupil to the life of the school
- We believe the understanding and mutual respect that follows the development of closer links between Bishopswood, our partner schools and the wider community benefits all involved
- We recognise the positive support that parents and carers provide in helping us to deliver our stated aims for each child
- We celebrate the achievements, no matter how big or small, made by individual pupils
- We recognise the importance of teamwork and the different roles and skills contributed by individual staff or groups of staff