Our Values
Our school is committed to and practices the values of commitment, compassion, integrity, collaboration and respect, and implements strategies to best develop these values so they become a basic, integral part of the everyday life of our students, our staff and our community.
The culture towards which we are striving is one that promotes child-centred learning, collective responsibility, high performance, effective communication, positive energy, innovation, reflective practice and celebration of success.
Our Aims
Alfredton Primary School promotes high achievement and learning for life by working with children to:
• Achieve the essential literacy and numeracy skills that support high standards in all
curriculum areas;
• Be highly motivated learners who are able to work independently and collaboratively;
• Develop the skills and desire to maintain a healthy lifestyle;
• Be effective problem solvers who confidently meet challenges;
• Gain advanced technological skills;
• Be environmentally responsible global citizens;
• Display enthusiasm, optimism and resilience;
• Treat others and be treated equally with respect, compassion and empathy;
• Develop inquiring, creative minds and a spirit of curiosity; and
• Gain a high level of confidence and self esteem.
Our Mission
We believe that each child will succeed through experiencing quality in:
• A broad and challenging curriculum;
• An enriching program of extra-curricular activities and visits;
• A stimulating learning environment;
• A rich, varied and up-to-date range of learning resources;
• Innovative teaching and an investigative approach to learning;
• An ethos of support, challenge, reflection and encouragement to succeed; and
• Learning partnerships between school, home and community.