Our School Philosophy

1. We believe our school should be a place:

Where children enjoy their schooling
Where there is an atmosphere of happiness, security and confidence in adults
Where children are educated rather than filled with facts
Where children will think clearly, creatively and critically and be encouraged to act independently
Where children are relaxed and confident in their relationships with materials, ideas and people
Where concern is given to their full development

2. We expect all children to work hard, to give of their best at all times and only be satisfied with their very best.

3. We aim to see that all children possess:

The ability to use their own language effectively and imaginatively in reading, writing and speech
The ability to question and argue rationally
The ability to apply themselves to tasks and to develop lively enquiring minds
The ability to foster a desire for knowledge, vital in the world today, which will motivate them to apply themselves to worthwhile activities

4. We seek to encourage regard for religious and moral values and a respect for the beliefs and values held by others

5. We strive to develop the creative and imaginative capabilities of all children

6. We believe all children are important and unique individuals who must be helped and encouraged to explore, to think and to learn in their own way, at their own speed

7. Finally, and equally as important as academic success, is the attitude of the children. We hope that when they leave Urbleshanny they will:

Welcome the opportunity to make new friends
Enjoy learning and be prepared to tackle further types of education
Have concern and respect for the welfare of others and for the rules which govern the community
Be a credit to their school, their friends and their parents.