School Mission Statement

Follows Christ,
Treats others justly,
Celebrates individuals,
Loves learning, and
Looks to the future with enthusiasm, confidence and optimism.

Our mission as members of St Anthony's Parish Primary School is to:

Inspire Faith by -

• "Telling the Good News" through our thoughts, words and actions and applying a Christian sense of justice in all we do;
• celebrating and passing on the Catholic faith;
• encouraging all to fully participate in the mission of our church.

Enrich Learning by -

• providing engaging and challenging educational experiences which will lead the students to a knowledge of how to learn;
• encouraging spiritual, intellectual, emotional and social growth in an environment where the students are safe, valued and respected;
• supporting staff to continue to develop their knowledge and skills and implement best practice in teaching and learning.

Build Community by -

• celebrating belonging to a community who support and value each other;
• sharing responsibility for maintaining positive relationships by showing compassion and respecting individual gifts.

Manage Resources by -

• providing and implementing current educational initiatives;
• encourage growth and change that embraces the future;
• providing and maintaining a happy and safe environment.

At St Anthony's we offer and promote:

• A caring, safe and happy learning environment where Christian values are articulated and all members of our school community; students, parents and staff are valued and respected as individuals
• A comprehensive curriculum that covers all Key Learning Areas
• A just and caring school community that looks to care for our families and friends, and those in the world who need our help, compassion and understanding
• An environment where students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own actions and where courtesy, good manners and consideration for others is emphasised
• An exciting environment where students are given the opportunity to participate in sports, games competitions and cultural activities
• Excellent out-of-school-hours facilities