Our College Values

Integrity

We speak and act truthfully, admit our mistakes & honour our commitments

Respect

We value learners and colleagues as individuals, celebrating and accommodating both differences and similarities and encouraging diversity, originality and innovation.

Fairness

We treat students and colleagues fairly, provide opportunities for individual success, apply rules with equity and expect the same in return

Openness

We share information, ideas and feelings; listen carefully, speak forthrightly, respect diverse views and participate productively in dialogue

Enjoying

We take our learning and work seriously and ourselves lightly

High Expectations

We have high expectations of ourselves, our learners our colleagues and our partners and support each other to meet them

Equal Opportunities Policy Statement

Calderdale College recognises its responsibility to promote equality of opportunity. We value the diversity of all individuals who study or work with us, and the contribution they make to the success of the college.

Mission Statement:

inspiring Learners to Succeed in Life and in Work

We will do this by:

• Ensuring that learners are central to every aspect of the College and treated as individuals
  
• All staff having a high regard for learners and treating them with respect
  
• Having high expectations concerning learner's achievement, coupled with realism and honesty
  
• Encouraging access and removing barriers to learning
  
• Providing sound guidance and advice
• Showing commitment to a high quality learning experience
  
• Striving for excellence
  
• Being responsive and flexible
  
• Reflecting the diverse nature of the community in which we work
  
• Taking positive steps to ensure no form of unlawful discrimination occurs

We aim to provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to achieve their goals. The College actively promotes inclusive learning. We value and respect each learner and aim to help every student learn in the way that is best for him or her. Every effort is made to identify and meet individual support needs.