Statement of purpose
Holroyd School is valued by its students, staff and community as a dynamic educational environment for students with special needs where each person's unique talents are discovered and nurtured.
At Holroyd School we value:
Students as learners and respected members of the wider community.
This means that students:
- engage in meaningful learning experiences that empower them and expand their opportunities in life
- develop successful relationships
- have a sense of belonging and purpose
- have their achievements celebrated and promoted to the wider community
- are acknowledged for their individual potential and strengths.
Staff as professionals who work collaboratively to meet the needs of the students.
This means that staff:
- take responsibility for their own professional learning and strive to improve their practice
- provide strong, positive learning environments
- care about the students and understand their needs
- build respectful relationships with each other, the students, families and the community
- make cultural connections.
Family and community partnerships that are strong and positive.
This means that the school:
- recognises parents and families as integral members of the school community and partners in their children's education
- provides an inclusive environment that affirms diversity and respects difference
- works together with families and the community to raise expectations and enhance student outcomes
- plays an active role in ensuring effective communication with families and other community members
- links families with the broader community and services for the benefit of our students.