Is multi-denominational, democratic and committed to cultural diversity and social equality

Emphasises nature-based play and education, strengthening the child’s connection to nature

Develops a love of learning and an enthusiasm for school

Sees artistic activity and the development of the imagination as integral to learning

Takes account of the needs of the whole child – academic, physical, emotional and spiritual

Delivers the Irish curriculum, but in a creative and integrated way

Prioritises age-appropriate learning, adapting its teaching methods to suit the developmental stage of its pupils, as well as their experience of the world