CODE OF CONDUCT

In relation to Children we will:

• Act in the best interests of the children.
• Create and maintain a safe, healthy environment which encourages growth and development as well as enjoyment.
• Recognise children as competent learners and active participants in their environment.
• Treat children with respect and encourage individual strengths.
• Build positive relationships with children in order for them to feel safe, secure and supported.

In relation to families we will:

• Recognise that families are a child’s first teacher.
• Develop partnerships with families based on honesty, support and respect.
• Respect and support cultural practices and individual parenting choices.
• Maintain confidentiality and families right to privacy.
• Maintain professionalism.

In relation to colleagues we will:

• Build collaborative relationships based on respect, support and honesty.
• Acknowledge, welcome and support individual strengths, experiences and diversity.
• Collaborate in order to share and build on individual knowledge, resources and ideas.
• Act ethically and respectfully
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in line with the scheme’s policies, procedures and legislation.