OUR VALUES

Everything that takes place within our school community is underpinned by a set of strong core values we all adhere to.
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Excellence

Striving to be the best version of ourselves by making positive choices, learning from challenges, and helping ourselves and others to succeed.

 

A Love of Learning

  • We are curious and ask thoughtful questions.
  • We listen carefully and take an active part in learning.
  • We take pride in our work and aim to improve it.
  • We embrace challenges and see mistakes as opportunities to learn.
  • We read, explore and discover new ideas.
  • We make connections between our learning and the world around us.
  • We persevere when learning is difficult.
  • We share our ideas and encourage others to learn.
  • We seek feedback and use it to improve.
  • We celebrate progress, effort and achievement. 

 

Respect

  • We listen carefully when others are speaking.
  • We treat everyone with kindness and fairness.
  • We value different opinions, backgrounds and beliefs.
  • We use polite language and good manners.
  • We care for our school, environment and shared spaces.
  • We include others and respect personal space.

 

Integrity

  • We are honest, even when it is difficult.
  • We do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
  • We keep our promises and commitments.
  • We admit our mistakes and learn from them.
  • We treat people fairly and do not take advantage of others.
  • We make choices that reflect our values.

 

Responsibility

  • We arrive on time and are ready to learn.
  • We bring the equipment we need.
  • We follow school rules and instructions.
  • We take responsibility for our choices and actions.
  • We look after our belongings and school property.
  • We complete tasks and ask for help when needed.

 

Commitment

  • We try our best, even when learning is challenging.
  • We stay focused and do not give up easily.
  • We set goals and work towards achieving them.
  • We practise regularly to improve.
  • We take part positively in lessons and activities.
  • We encourage ourselves and others to keep going.