New School Values
As we celebrate our Centenary and enter our new School Strategic Plan (2025 - 2028), it was a perfect time to review our school vision and values to ensure they best represent our school for now and into the future. Consulation with our parent community, School Council, Student Leaders and staff has been going since late last year to ensure everyone had a voice in its construction. We are so pleased to launch our school school vision and values this week.
Aberfeldie Primary School's Vision
Our vision is to strive for educational excellence through high-quality explicit teaching that enables every student to achieve their personal best in a safe, inclusive community.
New School Values
Aberfeldie Primary School’s values are RESPECT, INTEGRITY and EXCELLENCE. Our values are the foundation of our approach to learning and wellbeing and guide how we learn and grow together.
We are RESPECTFUL, We treat everyone with kindness and care.
we show INTEGRITY, We are honest and do the right thing, even when no one is watching
we strive for EXCELLENCE, We strive to do our best and keep aiming to improve.
What do these values mean for our school community?
Respectful – Our School Value
Being respectful means treating everyone with kindness, fairness, and care. It’s about listening, valuing others’ ideas, and making sure everyone feels safe and included at school.
- For Students: Respect means using kind words, listening when others speak, and treating classmates, teachers, and school property with care. It’s about being fair, taking responsibility for your actions, and making sure everyone feels welcome.
- For Staff: Respect means treating students and colleagues fairly, listening to different opinions, and creating a safe and positive place to learn. It’s about being a role model and helping everyone feel supported.
- For Families: Respect means working together with the school, supporting student learning, and communicating in a positive way. It’s about being involved and helping to make the school a great place for everyone.
- For Our Community: Respect means welcoming and including everyone, appreciating different cultures and ideas, and working together to make our school a better place.
When we all show respect, our school becomes a happy, safe, and friendly place where everyone can learn and succeed!
Integrity – Our School Value
Having integrity means being honest, doing the right thing, and staying true to your values, even when no one is watching. It’s about being fair, trustworthy, and standing up for what is right.
- For Students: Integrity means being honest, keeping your promises, and taking responsibility for your actions. It’s about treating others fairly, speaking up when something isn’t right, and always trying your best.
- For Staff: Integrity means leading by example, being fair and honest, and treating all students with respect. It’s about creating a school where everyone feels safe and supported to do the right thing.
- For Families: Integrity means working with the school in an open and honest way, setting a good example for children, and encouraging fairness and responsibility at home and in the community.
- For Our Community: Integrity means being trustworthy, standing up for what is right, and working together to create a safe and respectful environment where everyone is treated fairly.
When we show integrity, we build a school where people can trust and respect each other, making it a place where everyone can succeed!
Excellence – Our School Value
Striving for excellence means always doing our best, setting high expectations, and never giving up, even when things are challenging. It’s about being proud of our efforts and always looking for ways to improve.
- For Students: Excellence means trying your best in everything you do, setting goals, and learning from mistakes. It’s about staying focused, working hard, and always looking for ways to improve.
- For Staff: Excellence means providing high-quality learning experiences, supporting every student to achieve their best, and continuously growing as educators. It’s about setting high expectations and fostering a love for learning.
- For Families: Excellence means encouraging children to do their best, supporting their learning journey, and working together with the school to help them succeed. It’s about fostering a positive attitude toward education and personal growth.
- For Our Community: Excellence means working together to create a strong, supportive school environment where everyone is encouraged to achieve their best. It’s about celebrating successes and striving for continuous improvement.
When we aim for excellence, we create a school where everyone is inspired to learn, grow, and achieve their full potential!