Ashgrove Nursery, Newtownabbey, County Antrim

Ethos/Vision

Our School Ethos

Ashgrove Nursery School is an inviting, stimulating and warm learning environment where each child’s wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.  We pride ourselves on providing a positive learning experience both indoors and outdoors, supporting our children’s readiness for learning.

Our Vision

Our Vision is to instil a love for learning and a curiosity for the world around us where children build respectful relationships and have opportunities to develop resilience in a safe and nurturing environment. 

Mission Statement
  • Staff will provide a happy and safe learning environment supported by adults who will engage with the children in a purposeful, meaningful and joyful way.
  • We will create an exciting and warm learning environment both inside and out that encourages children to take risks, problem solve and experience success.
  • Staff will model respectful, caring and kind relationships with each other, enabling children to replicate these behaviours and qualities in their play with peers.
  • We will support parents in engaging with their children’s learning through effective communication, working in partnership and providing opportunities to be involved in their child’s learning journey.
  • Staff will foster opportunities to help children to persevere, practice acceptance, handle disappointment, believe in themselves and celebrate in others’ achievements.