Philosophy
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is dedicated to the provision of an academic curriculum and a broad extra-curricular programme which encourages in each student the development of intellectual curiosity, respect for the traditions of scholarship, the realisation of her or his artistic and recreational potential, and the practice of Christian values.
The school is committed to a curriculum that encourages excellence through the nurture of intelligence, creativity, independence and perserverance. It promotes the view that a student's academic achievement is enhanced by her or his enjoyment of school and engagement in school life.
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School encourages all students to participate in Australian life as proud responsible citizens. It is committed to create an environment of mutual respect and support amongst the staff and students.
To fulfil these aims, the objectives of the school are:
- To create an environment where students are happy and where teachers and students can work in harmony;
- To foster a love of learning;
- To develop in all students a critical awareness of their own experiences;
- To assist students in their spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social and physical development;
- To nurture an appreciation of the intrinsic value of education and knowledge;
- To encourage in students the traits of self-confidence, independence and perseverance;
- To encourage each student to achieve his or her potential in all activities;
- To engender a sense of responsibility and respect for other people;
- To ensure a high level of literacy and numeracy;
- To develop an aesthetic and creative sense and to foster an appreciation of cultural and artistic endeavours;
- To provide a community in which students may choose to embrace Christian values and attitudes;
- To provide students with a knowledge and understanding of their history and the Australian experience;
- To develop an appreciation of leisure time and the capacity to use it productively;
- To provide a range of activities so that all students have the opportunity to discover their talents and their worth;
- To prepare students for their transition to tertiary study or work through personal development and vocational guidance;
- To encourage in all students an appreciation of their natural environment.