My Personal Philosophy of Education

The key priority of public schools is to provide children and young people with the foundations for lifelong learning so that
they become literate, numerate, well-educated citizens with the capabilities and confidence to make a positive contribution to
our society.
Public schools deliver a curriculum that meets students' needs and aspirations, is relevant to today's world and is responsiv e
to community expectations.
Public schools have established close relationships with parents and caregivers, local communities, businesses and industry.
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As a teacher, I have a responsibility to provide, for the children in my care, an environment in which they can develop all a spects of
their lives: academic, social and emotional. This cannot be achieved solely by the school but must be worked in partnership w ith the
home and wider community.
It is my belief that children learn most effectively when their learning is related to everyday life, when they are motivated to enquire
and seek information and answers to their questions. I also believe that children thrive in an environment where there are cl ear
expectations of their responsibilities and the rights of others are respected.
Each child should be encouraged to achieve their personal best in all areas. A positive self -concept is essential to every childs
development, influencing their whole approach to learning and achievement.
Based on these beliefs I strive to create in my classroom an atmosphere of acceptance, cooperation and participation. This sa me
attitude is encouraged in the wider school community and hopefully developed throughout the educational experience of the chi ldren.
My Personal Philosophy of Education
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