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Welcome
to Orchard Independent School.
We aim to enable each individual to value and strive
for the highest levels of achievement, creating a culture of
pride in success in which pupils are proud, and have a
strong sense of belonging.
We
offer a unique environment where children can experience
total continuity of care and education during their first
nine years of life.
Praise
and encouragement are the motivating factors used in school
and we recognise that every child develops at their own pace
but that adults can cultivate and encourage learning.
Learning
at Orchard is not compartmentalised; trust, motivation,
interest, enjoyment and physical and social skills are as
important as purely cognitive gains.
Skilful and careful observations are undertaken and
are key to helping children learn.
Strong
and effective partnerships are forged with parents and
together we encourage mutual respect, understanding and
tolerance of differences, recognition of rights and to be
mindful of our shared responsibilities.
‘Children
are the living messages we send to a time we will not see.’
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John W. Whitehead
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