We firmly believe that Our Lady’s is a school in which:-
The values of the Gospel of Jesus Christ touch the personal life of the child, where he/she is able to experience people who manifest qualities of love, forgiveness, patience, compassion, tolerance and justice.
Because we believe firmly in our Vision Statements we are committed to:-
- developing a positive knowledge and understanding of Jesus Christ in the Gospel
- integrating faith and life
- professing and practicing these values
- a personal interest in and concern for each child
- promoting a sense of hope and worth
- fostering an atmosphere of prayer and a sense of liturgical worship and celebration
We firmly believe that Our Lady’s is a school in which:-
A strong community is fostered where respect for ourselves, others, environment, heritage and Church is created and nurtured.
Because we believe firmly in our Vision Statements we are committed to:-
- establishing a spirit of working together
- promoting parent/staff partnership
- establishing a climate which is welcoming, affirming and reconciling
- genuine openness, caring, support and responsibility
- providing a sense of belonging by participating in community activities
- increasing opportunities for contact with parents
- inter-school relationships
- empowering individuals to create a just, harmonious society, encouraging all to respect and care for the environment
- promoting the development of self esteem and social skills to ensure we acknowledge and value the contribution of self and others
- encouraging all members of our community to play an active part in roles in the life of the school, parish and wider community
- development of mutual respect, courtesy and respect for the rights of others
We firmly believe that Our Lady’s is a school in which:-
Each individual is given the opportunity to develop to their full potential through quality teaching and learning experiences.
Because we believe firmly in our Vision Statements we are committed to:-
- regularly evaluating and developing programs insuring that the education offered is consistent with the development of the whole person
- providing opportunities for continued learning for teachers students and parents
- providing appropriate resources, facilities and equipment
- offering a wide range of learning experiences
- providing an environment that provides for self motivation, opportunities for creativity, development of physical skills, leadership, co-operation, faith development, personal growth and the acquisition and application of skills
- developing an appreciation and understanding of cultural differences in the community