Vision and Values

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School seeks to provide a welcoming environment wherein the development of each person and the education offered reflects gospel values.

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School endeavours to:

• Foster the belief that each person is made in the image of God
• Affirm, respect and develop the giftedness and human dignity of each person within the school community
• Encourage each child to develop spiritually, intellectually, physically, social and emotionally
• Build a community where all cultures are appreciated and respected
• Involve the parents as co-educators of their children
• Prepare each child to approach the future with confidence and optimism
• Heighten awareness of the effect each person has on our fragile environment

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School aims to assist its students develop belief in the value of:

• Their Christian heritage and their Catholic faith by being involved in the Church and community
• Being honest and respecting others
• Accepting guidance from others and acting responsibly
• Caring for and respecting their body
• A positive self image
• Developing their abilities while accepting their limitations
• Establishing and maintain their relationships with others
• Accepting responsibility for choices made
• Using their curiosity to explore and question
• Pursue problems until a solution is reached
• Considering all alternatives available to them
• Critically thinking and accepting constructive criticism
• Maintaining the quality of the environment
• The family unit
• Tolerance and respect for others being the basis of a just society
• Fostering self esteem and promoting each persons worth
• A positive attitude to learning