The Vision:
We will develop the skills and mindset for success, so that we will contribute positively to our community.
Our Expectations
At Yorkmead, our school rules and values help set our expectations for behaviour and outcomes.
The Mission:
We believe this is important because:
We want our children to become successful adults
We want all stakeholders to have high aspirations
We want to provide the very best learning opportunities
We want our values to underpin everything we do
We value everyone – there are no outsiders
We want to provide a safe environment for all, so that everyone is an active participant and has the freedom to question
The A-F of Yorkmead's Values
All Together:
We ALL have a role to play to listen to, support, and encourage each other to achieve our goals. We value being a team at Yorkmead.
Being Open-Minded:
We recognise, and are tolerant of, different perspectives to our own. We open our minds to think about what other people think by questioning and reflecting.
Curiosity:
We are excited about, and actively contribute to, our learning. We are happy to share what we are learning. We see ourselves as lifelong learners – there is always more to learn!
Determination:
We aim high in our goals, value quality, and focus on what we are doing. We are resilient learners and so will embrace any struggles we have.
Empathy:
We show kindness and understanding as we think of and help others so that we can support them.
Fairness:
We treat others as we want to be treated with honesty and respect. We believe everyone has the right to be successful.
School Rules
Rule 1: I will be polite at all times.
Value: All Together
If we are polite at all times, our school remains a wonderful place to learn.
Rule 2: I will keep my hands and feet to myself.
Value: Empathy
If we show kindness and understanding, we show others that we care.
Rule 3: I will work hard and do my best.
Value: Determination
If we aim high in every way at school, we will be successful and learn to enjoy challenge.
