Welcome to Barraba Central School, where we are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment for all of our students.
As Principal, I am proud to lead a team of passionate and experienced educators, committed to helping each student reach their full potential. We believe every child has unique strengths and talents, and our goal is to help them discover and develop these abilities while fostering a love of learning that will last a lifetime.
We are a Kindergarten to Year 12 central school, which means we offer education for students of all ages under one roof. This provides a unique opportunity for students to build relationships with their peers across different age groups while also benefiting from a continuity of learning throughout their educational journey.
As a school located in a small rural community, we take pride in our close-knit community and our commitment to serving the needs of our local families. Living in a rural area can present unique challenges, and we are dedicated to providing our students with the resources and support they need to succeed.
Our rural location also offers many unique educational opportunities for our students, such as outdoor education programs, agricultural studies, and opportunities to engage with the local community and businesses. We believe that these experiences help our students develop a well-rounded understanding of the world around them and prepare them for their future endeavours.
We also understand the importance of a strong partnership between home and school, and we encourage parents and caregivers to be actively involved in their child's education. Together, we can create a positive and supportive learning community that empowers our students to achieve their goals and become successful, well-rounded individuals.
Our motto is "Safe, Respectful, Learner," which reflects our core values as a school community. We believe that creating a safe and respectful learning environment is essential for student success, and we work hard to foster a culture of kindness, inclusivity, and respect.
We also believe every student is a learner, and we strive to provide opportunities for our students to grow and develop academically, socially, and emotionally. We encourage our students to take ownership of their learning and actively participate in their educational journey.
By focusing on positive behaviour for learning and our core values of safety, respect, and being a learner, we create a school culture that is supportive, inclusive and empowering for all students. We believe this approach helps our students develop the skills and qualities they need to become successful and responsible community members.
Thank you for choosing Barraba Central School, and we look forward to working with you to help your child achieve their full potential.
Mr Patrick Sullivan
Principal