BRISBANE WATER SECONDARY COLLEGE
A SHARED VISION AND SHARED BELIEFS
WE SEE A COLLEGE
- that excels in learning and where everyone enjoys success in learning
- that belongs to and actively participates in its community
- where teachers are enthusiastic and highly skilled in their profession
- where all students and teachers have learning spaces that are well equipped, resourced and maintained
- where the environment is safe, caring, clean, and inviting for learning
- where parents, students and staff work together
- that actively encourages students to fulfil their dreams and aspirations in all fields of endeavour
WE BELIEVE
- everyone can learn and has the right to learn
- learning should be valued, respected and celebrated
- students who are life-long learners understand the learning process
- students should be given autonomy and responsibility in their learning
- students should be taught using the latest teaching and learning practices
- teachers make a difference
- positive relationships between teachers, students and parents are based upon mutual respect
- teachers and students need to be committed to the continuous improvement of their work
- teachers should have access to quality training and development
- learning occurs best in an environment where positive aspirations and a sense of wellbeing nurtured
- learning occurs best when high standards of achievement are seen and expected
- students should have access to and participate in a wide range of sporting, cultural, citizenship and social activities
- the College should be actively involved in its community through participation in community celebrations, volunteer work and the world of work
- students succeed where teachers, parents and student support and communicate with each other
- student self-esteem is achieved when they take pride in their work, their appearance and environment
This shared vision and set of shared beliefs has been developed through consultation with parents, teachers, students of Year 10 from both campuses and Year 6 students from all Partner Primary Schools.
Each school in NSW offers something slightly different depending on the community. Here's what we offer for you.
Canteen
All canteens in NSW public schools must meet certain requirements. These include providing more healthy food and drink options – to make the healthy choice an easy choice for students. Visit Healthy school canteens to learn more.
Uniforms
When students wear a school uniform, they feel included in our school community.
Students, teachers, parents and carers, as well as members of our local community helped develop our school uniform to make sure it:
meets the requirements of occupational health and safety, anti-discrimination and equal opportunity legislation
includes items that are affordable, comfortable and made from easy-care and easy-wear fabrics
is appropriate for the full range of school activities
is suitable for all body shapes.
Learn more about the NSW Department of Education’s School Uniform Policy.
Hiring our facilities
You may apply to use our school’s facilities for appropriate purposes provided your hiring of the facility doesn't interfere with our teaching and learning programs.
We assess each application on a case-by-case basis. Find out more at Using school facilities.
If you’re interested in hiring our facilities, contact us for details.