Wooranna Park Primary School recognises the importance of the partnership between schools and parents/carers to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. We share a commitment to, and a responsibility for, ensuring inclusive, safe and orderly environments for children and young people.

This Statement of Values sets out our behavioural expectations of all members in this school community, including the Principal, all school staff, parents, carers, students and visitors. It respects the diversity of individuals in our school community and addresses the shared responsibilities of all members in building safe and respectful school communities.

Discrimination, sexual and other forms of harassment, bullying, violence, aggression and threatening behaviour are unacceptable and will not be tolerated in this school.

Our Statement of Values acknowledges that parents, carers and school staff are strongly motivated to do their best for every child. Everyone has the right to differing opinions and views and to raise concerns, as long as we do this respectfully as a community working together.

As Staff, We:

• Model positive behaviour to students consistent with the standards of our profession.
• Proactively engage with parents/carers about student outcomes.
• Work with parents/carers to understand the needs of each student and, where necessary, adapt the learning environment accordingly.
• Work collaboratively with parents/carers to improve learning and wellbeing outcomes for students with additional needs.
• Communicate with the Principal and school leaders in the event we anticipate or face any tension or challenging behaviours from parents/carers.
• Treat all members of the school community with respect.

As Students, We:

• Model positive behaviour to other students.
• Comply with and model school values.
• Behave in a safe and responsible manner.
• Respect ourselves, other members of the school community and the school environment.
• Actively participate in school.
• Do not disrupt the learning of others and make the most of our educational opportunities.

As Parents and Carers, We:

• Model positive behaviour to our child.
• Ensure our child attends school on time, every day the school is open for instruction.
• Take an interest in our child’s school and learning.
• Work with the school to achieve the best outcomes for our child.
• Communicate constructively with the school and use expected processes and protocols when raising concerns.
• Support school staff to maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
• Follow the school’s complaints processes, if there are complaints.
• Treat all school leaders, staff, students, and other members of the school community with respect.