Avondale Primary School’s philosophy is based on the premise that every student can attain high levels of academic achievement and be a responsible community member.

We aspire for students to:

• Have high levels of enthusiasm for learning
• Develop a broad and strong base of knowledge and skills
• Think and act with competence, objectivity and creativity
• Through their experience of living in a learning community, show respect and sensitivity to others
• Show a capacity to lead, to share and to co-operate with others
• Accept responsibility and discipline
• Find reward in participating and doing their best.

DEMOCRATIC PRINCIPLES

Avondale Primary School is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and members of our community. Our school recognises the importance of the partnership between our school and parents and carers to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. We share a commitment to, and a responsibility for, creating an inclusive and safe school environment for our students.

The programs and teaching at Avondale Primary School support and promote the principles and practice of Australian democracy, including a commitment to:

• elected government
• the rule of law
• equal rights for all before the law
• freedom of religion
• freedom of speech and association
• the values of openness and tolerance.

VISION STATEMENT

Avondale Primary School; A community that strives for excellence through high quality learning, engagement and wellbeing for all.

OUR SHARED VALUES

Avondale Primary School’s values are Learning, Respect and Responsibility. Our school values are at the core of the student learning journey at Avondale Primary School. 

Our parents and carers, teachers and students operate within the context of genuine relationships built on the values we all hold.

The following are shared values we hold to in the Avondale School Community.

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Learning  

We are learners when we:  

• value organisation and are prepared for success   
• try our personal best and demonstrate a positive mindset  
• are persistent and never give up  
• are confident in our ability and celebrate achievements with pride  
• engage positively in all learning experiences  

We are respectful when we:  

• acknowledge diversity  
• consider other people’s ideas and perspectives  
• treat each other fairly  
• listen to others  
• demonstrate kindness    

We show responsibility when we:  

• are accountable for our actions  
• collaborate with others  
• promote a safe environment  
• look after our school community  
• are organised and ready to learn

Click here to view a copy of our Statement of Values and School Philosophy