Staff at Douglas Valley will through our practice and behaviour, promote opportunities for life long learning for children and families underpinned by:
- Positive, supportive relationships
- Effective communication
- Excellent practice and provision
- A culture of reflection and action
For children we will:
- Develop a positive, supportive environment where children can thrive
- Create an emotionally and physically safe but challenging environment.
- Develop confident, happy children who are empowered to take risks.
- Maintain a child centred environment.
- Be consistent in policies and procedures.
Which will support and challenge children to:
- Have self belief and positive attitudes towards learning and development.
- Develop early literacy, numeracy and ICT skills and knowledge to a level which reflects their potential.
- Develop speaking and listening skills to become effective communicators.
- Develop transferable skills, dispositions and attitudes which can be used in a variety of situations.
For the community we will:
- Listen to the community voice.
- Be proactive in offering appropriate opportunities and support.
