School vision
At Parramatta Public School, we are committed to developing a rich growth mindset in our students. 'Education for life' is our motto and is evidenced by inclusive quality learning environments, high expectations and values, confident and successful future-focused learners committed to achieving their personal best.
School values
- Respect
- Acceptance
- Responsibility
- Care
- Excellence
- Teamwork
Student vision
As students, we are inspired learners, critical thinkers and collaborative workers. We strive for personal best, are self-motivated to learn and respond to engaging and challenging learning tasks. We are cared for and respected by all members of the community, and understand that learning and life requires hard work, responsibility, resilience and perseverance. We like to have fun, use technology and enjoy open learning environments. We learn any time and in any place and are driven by goals now and for the future. Our voices are heard, we accomplish great things and we lead our own learning.
Parent and Carer Vision
As parents and carers, we are active, informed and engaged members of the school community. We support the holistic and balanced development of all children. We are actively involved in assisting the school in providing a quality, inclusive education firmly based upon a shared responsibility and role in learning. We believe in strong academic, social and emotional foundations, and values that equip all children to be responsible, empathetic, open-minded global citizens who are future ready and prepared for an ever changing world. We encourage and nurture personal growth and resilience and highly regard education as playing an important role in the achievement of personal goals and pursuits.
Educator Vision
As educators, we are capable, knowledgeable, flexible and reflective professionals. We show empathy and are responsive to the diverse linguistic, cultural and social characteristics of our students and their families. Through a holistic and collaborative approach to teaching and learning, we foster optimistic, resilient, creative and critical thinkers who thrive and excel in a safe and inclusive environment. We value student voice and set challenging and attainable social, academic and personal goals. We are engaged and enthusiastic lifelong learners who take responsibility for our learning and professional growth. We engage with and develop evidence-based pedagogies and practices to provide all learners with an education worth having.