'The Loreto Philosophy of education is centred in God and is rooted in Gospel values where truth, freedom, justice, sincerity and joy find expression.'
The name Loreto recalls the home of the holy family in Nazareth. The spirit of that family home, in which Mary played such a significant part, inspires the Loreto school community. We look on our school as a community and a family but we are also aware that we are part of an international family or network of Loreto Schools.
The following basic principles underpin the Loreto philosophy of education:
- All students are cherished equally regardless of ability, gender, creed or class. We provide a safe, happy and caring environment for the children.
- We encourage a pursuit of excellence appropriate to each student so he/she may develop to the full his/her particular gifts.
- A broad holistic curriculum is offered to enable students to reach their full potential and to develop a love of learning. The Loreto tradition seeks to promote the moral, spiritual, academic, social and personal development of students in consultation with their parents.
- Loreto schools offer a Catholic education which strives to liberate, empower and motivate students to use their individual gifts with confidence, creativity and generosity in a spirit of loving and responsible service.
- Every opportunity is given to enable students to develop powers of critical reflection thereby building independence of mind as a means towards responsible citizenship.
- The nurturing of the aesthetic sense through the creative arts and an appreciation of heritage and culture is central to the Loreto tradition.