Our Philosophy

“The secret of education lies in respecting the pupil.”

Dartmoor’s philosophy is simple: respect the student. We believe that every student can learn and that each student learns differently. The school’s welcoming atmosphere, its personalized educational programs, and the staff’s nurturing disposition result from these principles. Dartmoor demonstrates its commitment to student respect by adhering to the following guidelines:

• Instruction should take place at a student’s instructional level

• Instruction should accommodate a student’s learning style

• Students should feel safe and respected

• Staff should encourage students to be responsible

• Staff should teach students to think globally and champion diversity

• Staff should demonstrate a sincere concern for students

• Staff should nurture every student’s self-concept and potential

• Staff should always model and foster ethical behavior