Vision for Learning

Our school values every child as a learner. Learners learn in different ways, in different settings, and at different rates. Learning is most effective when it involves active partnerships with parents and carers, peers, teachers, school and community members. Our vision for teaching and learning, which underpins our curriculum, highlights the value of relationships and communication, promotion of excellence, building success and recognises the importance of our learning environment.

Female Teacher reading with a student in a classroom promoting literacy development and supportive learning relationships
RELATIONSHIPS
  • Respects diversity of learners.
  • Provides affirming and supportive relationships to foster self-worth, self-awareness and personal identity.
  • Provides a collaborative environment – teacher-student and student-student engagement.
  • Encourages a respect for learning.
Student working with a teacher using a laptop in a classroom supporting digital learning and guided instruction
COMMUNICATION
  • Provides for students to plan activities independently, collaboratively, and work in teams to communicate ideas.
  • Allows for effective communicators to use real world experiences, including contemporary technology.
Students playing in a sandpit outdoors promoting sensory play exploration and active learning
EXCELLENCE
  • Delivers a curriculum with breadth, balance, and depth.
  • Uses data to improve student outcomes.
  • Promotes excellence through informed pedagogy.
  • Encourages creativity by promoting a spirit of inquiry.
Students reading together in a library setting promoting engagement with books and collaborative learning
BUILDS SUCCESS
  • Fosters a collaborative learning environment.
  • Encourages learners to self-reflect, set goals and use positive learning behaviours.
  • Instills a growth mindset.
  • Celebrates success.
Student using a magnifying glass in a classroom supporting curiosity investigation and inquiry based learning
LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
  • Provides a physical and contemporary environment that is conducive to learning.
  • Provides the opportunity for inclusive learning.
  • Reflects informed pedagogy, supported with appropriate resources.

© BCE, St Edwards School, 2016

St Edward's Vision Statement for Teaching and Learning.pdf