Values

Values are principles, fundamental convictions, ideals, standards or life stances that act as general guides to behaviour or as reference points in decision making.

 

Values education is a community activity and not an imposition from one person or a pressure group.

 

We are clear about the value that we wish to emphasise in our school.  These have been adopted as a result of a consultation which included a staff/governor/parent meeting.  Most groups produce very similar lists of values as they are not dependent on race, culture, class or religion.  A set of universal positive values will emerge that may include:  honesty, peace, humility, freedom, co-operation, care, love, unity, respect, tolerance, courage, friendship, patience, quality and thoughtfulness.

 

The way that we have introduced values into our school has been dependent on our particular context and the needs of our pupils.  This includes an understanding of the needs of the adults too!  The effective care of staff is a fundamental principle of values-based education.  Considering how our school meets the needs of staff and pupils is a crucial aspect and will draw out issues concerning the valuing of all pupils, showing pupils respect and being authentic as a person - the pupil soon spots inconsistencies between what teachers say and what they do.  A good sense of humour is also a pre-requisite.

 

If you would like to know more about Value Education you can visit the Values website at http://www.livingvalues.net.

 

 

 

Our value for April is TRUST

 

Our value for May is HONESTY