Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Mission Statement

Our college exists to co-operate with parents in promoting the full and balanced development of children in a safe and caring environment, recognising that each student who enrols is unique and has different gifts as well as different needs.

Aims
• To allow each student develop a good self-image.

• To give students a good academic grounding in an ordered learning environment, which fosters self-discipline and respect for authority and is conducive to high standards of achievement and behaviour.

• To allow all students to experience success by having a broad and balanced curriculum, with a variety of extra-curricular activities.

• To show special concern for those who are emotionally, materially and intellectually disadvantaged.

• To give our students a good knowledge and understanding of their faith and a tolerance and respect for the religion and culture of others.

• To foster in our students a sense of respect for themselves and others and that they be aware of their responsibilities as well as their rights.

• To give students life skills and attitudes, which may enhance the prospect of admission to third level education and / or employment.

• To encourage students to make learning a lifetime activity by making it an enjoyable experience. This will help them lead satisfying lives and contribute to the betterment of society.

• To encourage physical exercise as a healthy habit for life, to promote participation and support excellence in sport.

• To foster in our students, our school and our community an awareness of the environment and our responsibility to its preservation and improvement.