Our vision for the Enhanced Resource Base (ERB) is to create a space where every child feels safe, valued, and empowered to thrive. We dream of a setting where children experience success and take pride in their learning, where they are engaged in classrooms, participating in lessons, and developing a love for reading and learning at an age-equivalent level.
We envision a community where children feel a deep sense of belonging, form meaningful friendships, and enjoy being part of a group, working together with trust and enthusiasm. They will play alongside their peers in the playground, eat in the dining hall, and feel seamlessly included within the wider school community. Each child will be able to articulate their aspirations, and speak positively about what lies ahead.
Children in the Dragonflies will develop confidence in themselves and their abilities. They will be empowered to give things a go, trust in themselves again, and regulate their emotions using effective strategies. Learning will extend beyond the classroom, with opportunities to connect with nature through forest school, engage in hands-on activities like making apple juice, and contribute to their environment through community-minded actions such as helping others and taking care of shared spaces.
This will be a space where every child feels that each day is a fresh start, where they can trust the adults around them, and where they know they are understood and supported. They will build independence, develop self-advocacy skills, and confidently ask for help when needed. At the same time, they will experience the joy of collaboration, working as a team with school staff, peers, and families who are all committed to their success.
The ERB will not only support children but also rebuild trust between families and the school. Parents and carers will feel safe in their relationship with the school, knowing they are listened to and valued as partners in their child's journey. Together, we will create a nurturing, inspiring, and inclusive environment where children flourish—academically, socially, and emotionally—ready to embrace their futures with confidence and hope.