Valentine Public School
Valentine Public School is committed to providing an exciting and challenging curriculum within a safe, secure environment. The welfare of students is paramount as is the development of the 'whole' student. The school provides an innovative range of curriculum options and enjoys strong support from the community and, the Parents and Citizens Association. Students achieve at the highest levels in public speaking and debating, technology, mathematics, writing, spelling and creative arts. External test results are sound and consistently above state averages. On the sporting field, individuals and teams have achieved success at state and national levels. The creative arts are a feature of the school with three choirs and two bands rehearsing each week. Students participate in eisteddfods, cultural festivals, 'StarStruck' and other performances. Learning in the school is supported by a positive staff, facilitating parental participation in the learning process, and a collaborative and consultative approach to school development. Members of the teaching staff have been recognised with state and national awards. The school has scenic and spacious grounds allowing students to particpate in a wide range of structured physical activities.
We recognise the Ongoing Custodians of the lands and waterways where we work and live. We pay respect to Elders past and present as ongoing teachers of knowledge, songlines and stories. We strive to ensure every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learner in NSW achieves their potential through education.