OUR MISSION STATEMENT
Our school works to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes of all students so that they can achieve at a high level and make a positive contribution to our society. We are therefore committed to:
CATHOLIC ETHOS
At St Michaels school, we
- encompass the spirit of our founders, the Sisters of St Joseph.
- give witness to Gospel Values, Catholic Beliefs and Traditions recognising Christ as teacher and friend who is present in our lives.
- encourage justice, tolerance and reconciliation;
- celebrate as a community.
QUALITY EDUCATION
At St Michaels school, we
- respect and support family life and acknowledge parents as the foremost educators of their children.
- are committed to quality and dynamic teaching and learning practices.
- create a learning environment, which provides for the unique needs of each student, encouraging them to reach their full potential in all aspects of life.
- develop teaching and learning through the establishment of positive relationships.
STEWARDSHIP/SUSTAINABILITY
At St Michaels School, we
- are effective and contributing members of the wider community through seeing its needs and taking action
- build a foundation for lifelong learning
- respect each other, our surroundings and ourselves
- provide a secure environment that ensures the safety and wellbeing of all.
"Never see a need, without trying to remedy it."
Julian Tension Woods "A Book of Instructions for the Sisters of St Joseph" 1870