Philosophy
It's What Makes BNS Special
We Love Learning
The school instills in each child the desire to learn by:
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Letting each child progress at their own pace using positive reinforcement
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Emphasizing how to work with one another and to enjoy each other's talents
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Stressing development of critical thinking and inquiry rather than rote learning
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Having parents participate in school activities and participate in the daily running of the school
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Making school work a challenge, not a frustration
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Giving students and teachers the opportunity to set goals, develop projects, and evaluate them jointly
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Encourage the mixing of age levels within the school so that children can get to know and respect one another
We Encourage Self-Knowledge
The school works to promote self-knowledge and growth by encouraging each student to:
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Respect oneself and others, both in language and behavior
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Be cooperative rather than competitive
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Learn self-discipline and take responsibility for one's own actions
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Develop a spirit of service-mindedness by helping others
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Learn to be patient
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Learn to concentrate
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Listen to and also understand what others say and feel
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Learn to focus on one's needs, feelings, and goals
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Learn to show feelings in appropriate ways
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Respect property and treat the environment with care
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Witness the importance of family involvement in their education
