Tullygally Primary School is proud to be a Nurturing School since 2013. Through Nurture we work on building self-esteem, confidence and empowering children to build secure and happy relationships with others. Through funding provided by the Department of Education, we run a full-time Nurture class with a full-time teacher and assistant for a maximum of eight children selected from P1-3, as well as extended nurture classes in the afternoons for Key Stage 1 and 2. children are selected on the criteria outlined by the Department of Education. Our Nurture provision is based on the Six Principles of Nurture.

The Six Principles of Nurture

Children’s learning is understood

 developmentally

 

The classroom offers a safe base

 

The importance of nurture for the development of  self-esteem

 

Language is a vital means of communication

 

All behaviour is communication

 

The importance of transition in children’s lives

We apply these principles throughout the school community, they are displayed in all the classrooms and this approach is reflected in our Positive Behaviour Policy. The school and Nurture Unit follow the  Guidelines for Nurture issued by the Department of Education. This document can be found at https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/sites/default/files/publications/education/Nurture%20Group%20Provision%20-%20Guidance%20for%20Schools.pdf