Our mission, vision and values

School mission

Garfield Primary School is committed to providing a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment. We strive to ensure that all students learn the necessary academic, social and emotional skills to become life-long learners and positive members of society.

School vision

Garfield Primary School is a positive, caring and inclusive space with strong community links. Our school community feels a sense of pride in our student outcomes and connection to the school. Our students are engaged, motivated and strive to achieve. Garfield Primary School is committed to working collaboratively and utilising evidence-based teaching approaches to ensure high levels of learning growth for all students. All decisions are based on the best interests of our students. Garfield Primary School is recognised as a model for best educational practices.

School values

We are safe – We behave in a manner that ensures the physical, social and emotional safety of ourselves and all others.

We are respectful – We treat others in a kind and caring manner. We understand the rights of others and ensure that all community members feel welcome and valued.

We are resilient – We embrace and work hard to overcome challenges that we encounter in all settings. We understand that making mistakes is a part of life and learning.

We are learners – We embrace learning and are motivated to grow academically, socially and emotionally. We make responsible choices that enable ourselves and others to maximise learning.