Vision & Values

Motto: Strive for Knowledge

At Newcomb Primary School, our commitment is clear: to provide a learning environment where every student and staff member is empowered to reach their full potential.  Guided by our motto ‘Strive for Knowledge,’ we cultivate a culture of high expectations, strong relationships and academic excellence.

 

Our Vision: Excellence in every classroom

We believe that every child deserves access to exceptional teaching every day.  Our vision ‘Excellence in Every Classroom’ drives all that we do.  We are focused on building high-performing learners and high-performing teachers through clear, consistent instructional practice and a shared commitment to growth.

 

Our Priorities:

  • High Impact Teaching: Every classroom is guided by evidence-based, explicit instruction, responsive to student needs.
  • Equity Through Support: All students are supported through a structured and proactive Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS.)
  • Teacher Development: Instructional coaching and high-end professional learning build staff expertise and effectiveness.
  • Student Achievement and Wellbeing: We aim for every student to be challenged, supported and connected to their learning and their school.

Our Values:

Our school values shape the way we teach, learn, and interact:

  • Respect ~ we treat ourselves, others and our environment with care and consideration.
  • Responsibility ~ we take ownership of our learning, actions and contributions to our school community.
  • Resilience ~ we embrace challenges, persist through setbacks, and strive to grow.

Our Approach to Teaching and Learning:

Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS)

We implement a whole-school MTSS framework to ensure every student receives the right level of support – academically, socially and emotionally.  This includes:

  • Tier 1 – high quality, differentiated classroom instruction for all students
  • Tier 2 – targeted small-group interventions for students needing additional support
  • Tier 3 – intensive, individualised support for students with significant learning and wellbeing needs

Through early identification, progress monitoring, and data-informed decision making, we ensure equity and opportunity for every learner.

 

Explicit and Responsive Teaching

Our teachers deliver instruction that is clear, structured, and goal-oriented. Responsive teaching ensures that no learner is left behind and that progress is both visible and celebrated.  Lessons include:

  • Clear learning intentions and success criteria
  • Daily reviews in literacy and numeracy to support consolidation
  • Explicit modelling and guided practice
  • Frequent checks for understanding
  • Ongoing feedback and adjustments to meet student needs

Instructional Coaching

We are committed to continuous improvement in teaching. This professional learning approach ensures that great teaching practices are shared, refined, and sustained across the school.  Our instructional coaching model supports teachers through:

  • Collaborative goal-setting
  • Focused classroom observations
  • Targeted feedback and reflection
  • Ongoing support to embed high impact strategies

Our Culture

Newcomb Primary School is a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. We are a learning community where all students are known, all staff are learners, and every learner matters.  We are proud to foster a school culture where:

  • Inclusion is a core principle ~ Every student feels a sense of belonging and is valued for who they are.
  • Calm and orderly learning environments enable every student to focus, feel safe, and thrive.
  • Our school values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience guide how we interact and learn together.
  • Partnerships with families are nurtured to strengthen learning and wellbeing outcomes.

 

At Newcomb Primary School, we are united in our mission to strive for knowledge and pursue excellence. Through high-impact teaching, targeted support, and a culture of inclusion, we are preparing our students not only to succeed at school, but to thrive in life.


Our Staff Values - I CARE

  • Individuality - we nurture and respect the talents, ideas and beliefs of each person

  • Co-operation - we work together as a whole school community to foster a love of learning.

  • Achievement - students and staff are encouraged to reach their full potential and to be positive role models.

  • Responsibility - we  promote a caring attitude towards and respect for others.

  • Equality - our teaching practices are inclusive and fair to ensure safe, supportive and positive learning.


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