Our values and ethos

Little Hayes and Speedwell Nursery Schools Federation is a learning community where children, families and staff learn with and from each other in a spirit of mutual respect and collaboration.

 

'Creativity at the heart of learning' 

 

We believe:

 

• In providing an environment where all children and families feel safe and secure both physically and emotionally 

• In nurturing the creative capacity of all our children, families and staff 

• In the rights of children and families to first class support and learning opportunities 

• In having high aspirations and encouraging children and families to have confidence and belief in themselves 

• In developing positive attitudes and behaviours that will support lifelong learning 

• In listening to children and families and making sure these voices are visible in our everyday practice  

• In promoting equality of opportunity for all our children and families by respecting and valuing differences and by celebrating the common fundamental values that we share 

• In a commitment to challenge discrimination of any kind 

• In breaking down any possible barriers to learning to ensure that children and families reach their full potential 

• In supporting children and families to have healthy lifestyles 

• In looking after and respecting our environments.

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Little Hayes and Speedwell Nursery Schools Federation will:

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• Be friendly and welcoming to all

• Provide high quality teaching with creative and challenging learning experiences

• Ensure children have time to explore and develop their ideas and interests

• Build strong relationships between home and school and encourage families to feel involved in their child's learning

• Be actively involved in the local community and value its diversity

• Create a secure, stimulating environment

• Value and develop everyone's ideas, experiences and individuality

• Provide strong foundations for future learning and success for all

• Challenge discrimination and prejudice of any kind.