Our values

At the CDN we value each child as individual and important.

We recognise that each child’s situation is unique, respecting the central contribution of family, and considered in the context of each child’s particular environment, such as their school and existing support networks. 

In our work with children and families, we hold two key values as central to how we do our work:

Excellence: We value doing our job well

Collaboration: We value the contribution of people and relationships. This includes families, staff, professionals and the children themselves. In all relationships we strive for, and ask also in return: