There is a relaxed, family atmosphere at Dolphin where the environment is well-ordered and maintained so that both children and staff may give of their best. Rules are few but enforced.

Dolphin is a small school of just under 300 children. Consequently the staff know each child very well and the children cooperate happily and look out for each other across the year groups. Problems, real and perceived, are treated seriously and action taken. The happiness of the individual child is of paramount importance and we have a strong pastoral structure.

Children are encouraged to develop self-discipline and to take responsibility for their own actions. They are expected to listen to others and consider others’ needs. This cannot happen over night but is an on-going progression. Staff work in partnership with parents to ensure that children develop socially and continue to be happy at school. Older children are encouraged to take positive leadership roles.