Values

Barrenjoey is a strong, community, high performing school where students are taught values. It is our aim that graduates will be responsible, caring citizens whose behaviour and attitude reflect our core values:

• Integrity
• Excellence
• Respect
• Responsibility
• Cooperation
• Participation
• Fairness

We believe in:

• respect for ourselves, others and our environment;
• self motivation, self discipline and taking responsibility for our own behaviour;
• honouring diversity;
• equality of access, opportunity and outcomes for all students;
• continuous improvement; and striving for excellence; catering for all learning styles; and in,
• creating a school environment which is calm, cooperative and learning focussed.

We believe that:

• learning is the central role of the school;
• all students can learn well;
• achievements must be valued, recognised and celebrated; and that,
• everyone has a right to feel safe and happy.

Values in NSW Public Schools Statement