Promoting Cooperative Values
As a school in the Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust we instill in our children the co-operative values.
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Co-operative Values
Self-help
To persevere when things get tough, to see mistakes as opportunities for new learning, to be resilient and never give up.
Self-responsibility
To participate fully in all aspects of school life, to be accountable for our actions and take responsibility when things go wrong.
Democracy
To share our ideas and listen to and take account of the views and needs of others. To learn that sometimes the needs and wants of the many must come before our own.
Equality
To value and respect all others whatever their race, religion, disability, gender, sexual orientation or age.
Equity
To treat all others fairly and with due consideration of their individual needs.
Solidarity
To work as part of a team ensuring that the strong support the vulnerable.
Ethical values
To act always with: honesty, openness, social responsibility and caring for others.
We teach our children the values of:
Democracy
Children learn about democracy through PSHE, assemblies and taking part in voting for their representative on the school council.
The rule of law
Children participate in developing rules and norms for their own class and learn why rules are essential in keeping all members of a community safe.
Individual liberty
Children learn that we have freedom of choice but that we are responsible for our actions, and that we must face the consequences of our actions if they harm others.
Tolerance
Children are taught to respect and value difference and individuality - in tackling discrimination we focus on developing better understanding and compassion.