Our Vision
“In partnership with the community, we will provide a safe, inclusive, nurturing environment in which high quality teaching and learning empowers all to strive to achieve their full potential and become positive contributors to society.”
This vision is the driving force behind our decisions, policies and processes and is reflected in all aspects of the daily management and operations of our school. It underpins our teaching and learning programs, defines the environment we work collaboratively together to create, and reflects the core values of our school and our community.
Our Values
Our Core Values – Learning, Excellence, Equity and Care.
Learning
Each child can achieve their full potential. We believe that:
- All students have the capacity to learn, and quality teaching is the key to learning achievement.
- A collaborative, whole school approach to curriculum is the best way to achieve positive learning outcomes.
- Sustainability and digital technology skills should be supported and embedded into our teaching and learning practices, developing 21stcentury skills.
- A well-rounded education requires a focus on the whole child incorporating academic, social, emotional, physical and creative domains.
Excellence
We have high expectations of students and staff. We believe in:
- Implementing a whole school planning, teaching and assessment cycle to ensure quality, evidence-based data informs teaching practices and whole school decision making.
- Setting high expectations for staff and students in all areas of teaching and learning.
- Embracing innovative, evidence-based practices to enrich teaching and learning at our school.
- Celebrating the achievements of our students, staff and community.
Equity
We recognise the needs of all students as valued individuals and are dedicated to achieving the best outcome for all. We believe:
- An equitable school is one that respects the individuality of all children and adapts teaching to their different learning needs.
- In fostering positive relationships and partnerships that enable our school community to achieve the very best outcomes for everyone.
- In celebrating the rich environment of our culturally diverse school and community and allowing all voices to be heard.
- In following the professional standards in our staff code of conduct and ensuring students abide by the student code of conduct.
Care
Our relationships are based on trust, mutual respect and the recognition and acceptance of personal responsibility. We believe in:
- Providing a safe and supportive environment that is respectful, honest and friendly, and that instills a sense of pride in our school.
- Working in a collaborative manner in partnership with our community to make the most of individual strengths and to help every child maximize opportunities to achieve their full potential.
- Fostering clear and open lines of communication between parents, students and teachers to provide better outcomes for everyone.
- Ensuring that wellbeing is embedded in all we do.
Our Motto
Banksia Park Primary School’s motto is Friendship and Knowledge.
We value relationships and partnerships and work collaboratively, building strong connections and a deep sense of belonging to our school. We know that to go far, we need to go together and work as a team to achieve our goals in all aspects of school operation. We include an ongoing improvement focus, recognising that even as we achieve success, there is always continued room for growth and ongoing refinement in a continual pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning.
Our logo
Our school logo is based on the kangaroo paw which can be found throughout our school grounds. It is not unusual to see an array of native wildlife including birds, reptiles and even kangaroos on our school grounds. We value our bushland setting and the natural environment it provides. As you would expect, we work hard together to care for and protect this special environment for a sustainable future.