Our Mission Statement

To promote and facilitate learning outcomes for students through the provision of quality educational programs and services appropriate and responsive to the needs of all students in the Katherine Group School.

Our Value Statement

To maximise opportunities to develop healthy, happy and safe whole-school communities in collaboration with caregivers and support agencies. This will be achieved through providing lifelong learning pathways, developing capabilities to realise potential and recognise life’s choices and opportunities.

Our Values

RESPECT

Katherine Group School encourages and promotes respect for

  • Staff, students, parents and community members
  • Living things and their environments
  • Relevant infrastructure

WELL-BEING & PROFESSIONALISM

Katherine Group School cares for the well-being of its staff and students and abides by expected standards of professionalism in all aspects of its functions.

OPENNESS

Katherine Group School values openness in communication between staff, students, parents and community members. Staff are willing to listen and give advice where needed, and are willing to accept change for the benefit of the school, staff and the community.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Teachers are accountable for the learning outcomes of their students and plan programs which present challenges, extend learning and provide for their well-being.

PARTNERSHIPS

Katherine Group School enjoys productive partnerships with local communities, government agencies and businesses.

BALANCE

Katherine Group School believes staff and students need to achieve a balance between the needs of the school and their personal needs.

EQUITY

Katherine Group School believes in and works towards equality of opportunity for all staff and students.