“Together We Thrive”

 

Vision Statement

Callystown National School is a Catholic School in the community of Clogherhead which aspires to develop a Respectful, Supportive, Open and Inclusive culture where Fairness, Wellbeing and Progressive Education are encouraged to flourish.

 

Mission  Statements

“Warm, friendly atmosphere in the school, staffroom and classroom”

• We recognise the importance of a positive, friendly and supportive staff in creating a warm and welcoming school.
• We endeavour to create classrooms that make all our pupils feel safe, valued and welcomed.

“Open and inclusive communication among staff, students and parents”

• We value the freedom afforded to all staff, pupils and parents within our school community to voice one’s opinions and ideas and to have them valued and respected.

Co-operative rather than competitive approach with colleagues and students   

• We are determined to create a culture in our classrooms and school that is supportive rather than competitive, where difference is recognised and celebrated and where pupils feel valued and experience a sense of achievement. 

Collaborative/ supportive management of staff and students

• We value the culture of collegiality and co-operation that exists in our school and we recognise that the success of our school is built on these characteristics.

“Discussion and resolution of conflict in our school”

• We recognise that conflict is an inevitable fact of life.
• We, the staff, parents, and pupils, are determined to find resolutions to our conflicts in an open, honest and respectful manner.

“Fair and equal valuing of all in our school community”

• We recognise that open and honest communication is at the heart of a healthy school and it is important that everyone takes responsibility for the fair and equal treatment of others. 

“Innovation and initiative welcomed by all staff and students”

• We recognise the need to improve as a school by trying out new ideas and implementing best practice.

“Recognition & Feedback on performance/achievements of staff and students”

• We value, encourage and support the great work, efforts and achievements of the people in our school.

“Enjoyment, laughter & fun in the staffroom in our school”

• We wish to create a school that is a happy place of learning and where pupils and staff enjoy coming to school.