Supporting Our School Values at Home

At Greengates, we are committed to creating an environment where every child feels valued and respected. Our school is more than just a place of learning; it is a vibrant community of families, united by the belief that our diversity is a source of strength and something to be celebrated.

To further support these school values, we have several initiatives planned in the coming weeks. As part of our ‘Wellbeing Week’, students will engage in activities that promote wellbeing, kindness, and inclusivity. We will also hold assemblies this term focused on equality, diversity and inclusion, where we will celebrate the variety of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences within our school community. These assemblies aim to promote understanding and encourage students to reflect on the importance of respecting and embracing differences.

We would like to ask for your support in reinforcing these values within your family at home. A few ways you can help are:

1. Talk About Diversity: Encourage your child to embrace and celebrate differences through discussing different nationalities, cultures or perspectives. Help your child understand that these differences are what make each of us unique.
2. Promote Empathy: Encourage your child to consider how others might feel and to practise small acts of kindness. It is important to teach children that showing respect in all interactions helps to create an environment where everybody feels valued. By modelling respect and empathy, children learn how to treat others with consideration, regardless of their backgrounds or beliefs.
3. Encourage Open Dialogue: Let your child know it’s okay to ask questions about differences and that these conversations are an opportunity for learning and growth.

Greengates recognises the important role that the partnership between home, school, and child plays in shaping our community. The ‘triangle’ of support between parents, educators, and students is essential in fostering a culture of respect, kindness, and inclusivity. We are grateful for your ongoing commitment to reinforcing these values at home and for helping us create an environment where every child feels valued and understood.

Greengates Academic Team