Vision/ Mission/ Philosophies

Ardoch's Vision

Every child and young person's potential is realised through full participation in education.

Ardoch's Mission

• To overcome barriers to full participation in education
• To enable communities to support students in schools and early childhood centres
• To advocate for systemic change that will make full participation in education a reality for all children and young people

Philosophies

• Belief in the responsibility to work together for the wellbeing of all.
• Belief in a holistic approach to issues and individuals.
• Belief in the 'Rights of the Child' including the right to be safe, the right to food and shelter and the right to education.
• Belief that all people have needs - needs are normal.
• Belief that the education system should be based on the needs and abilities of all young people.
• Belief in supportive, caring, respectful relationships & environments for all.
• Belief in empowerment for young people and their communities.
• Belief in schools and early childhood settings as a prime locations for early intervention and prevention of social/personal problems and difficulties.
• View of young people as simultaneously being 'at promise' and 'at risk'.
• View of the whole community - individuals, families, businesses and groups, as a resource and their contributions - money, service, support and goods, as equally valuable.
• View that everyone can make a difference.