he ethos, missions, aims and values of a school tend to be recognisable upon entering a setting, through the practice of the pupils and staff and the environment. In order for the children to display the schools ethos and values, members of staff need to demonstrate the correct attitudes and behaviour which reflect them. It is the role of the pupils and staff to create a positive atmosphere in the school by presenting themselves in a respectable manner, respecting the schools property and other people and by being accepting of others. It should be made clear through practices that people from different backgrounds, abilities, cultures and ethnicities are all accepted and offered equal opportunities. For example, through providing a child with