Mission Statement

In 1985 following the courageous and committed work of a group of visionary parents Hazelwood opened its doors as one of only two integrated primary schools in Northern Ireland and so a movement began.

For over three decades Hazelwood has provided an alternative to segregated primary education in North Belfast. We, like all Integrated schools, have been a beacon for reconciliation in our often bitterly divided community.

Our school reflects the rich cultural diversity of the communities in which we live. The bedrock of our ethos continues to be a respect of difference and diversity.

We create unique, inclusive, and child centred leaning experiences that allow our pupils and our staff to learn with one another, from one another and about one another.

At Hazelwood we believe that we should not simply reflect society but help to change it. The rich experiences of inclusiveness and mutual respect your child will receive, will help them become advocates and ambassadors for peace and reconciliation, and so play their part in helping to create a community that is shared and respectful of tradition and identity.

At Hazelwood our teachers understand that learning is not something that is done to children but is done by them. Working in close partnership with parents and carers our dedicated teachers will provide challenging, creative and engaging learning experiences to ensure that your child achieves and fulfils their potential.

We also understand that at times learning can be challenging. We are proud that Hazelwood is a nurturing, child centred, caring school with a strong pastoral ethos. We will ensure that our pupils are at the heart of everything we do. We will always support your child so that they experience success along their learning journey.    

We want your child to be curious, to have more questions than answers. To be courageous, because doing the right thing can sometimes be the most difficult thing. To be kind to others and understand the part they play in making a fairer more compassionate world. To be creative, to love their learning and never to be afraid to think differently. To be respectful of diversity and difference. At Hazelwood we believe that difference is the essence of humanity.  Finally, we want your child to be happy and safe. We believe that children learn best when they are happy.  The positive and nurturing learning experiences we offer will help prepare our pupils to confidently take their place in a world that they will one day help to influence and shape.

Vision:

We are committed to creating unique, inclusive, and child centred learning experiences that allow our pupils and our staff to learn with one another, from one another and about one another.

At Hazelwood Integrated we believe that the future of the world is in every classroom.

Pupil’s Version

At Hazelwood we want you;

To learn with one another, from one another and about one another.

To be curious, to have more questions than answers.

To be courageous, because doing the right thing can sometimes be the most difficult thing.

To be kind to others and understand the part you play in making a fairer more caring world.

To be creative and to love your learning and never to be afraid to think differently.

To be respectful of diversity and difference. At Hazelwood we believe that difference is what makes us human. 

Finally, we want you to be happy and safe at school. 

At Hazelwood Integrated Primary School we believe you are the future and that the future of the world is in every classroom.