Curriculum
Well-Being
As educators we understand that unless students feel safe, comfortable and happy it is very difficult for any meaningful learning to take place. As such, student wellbeing across the school is approached in a variety of ways to ensure the students can learn.
The Wellbeing model is built on the VISS Values, the principles of Positive Education (PERMA), and particular focus on the 5 Ways to Wellbeing. The Behaviour management model is closely linked to all of these, with the setting of high expectations, a focus on building strong relationships between students, as well as between students and staff, and the use of restorative practices as a model for discipline and conflict resolution among students.
We believe that any success from our students can only be achieved through a three-way partnership of student, teachers and parents. For this reason, regular and open communication with parents, not just on academic issues, but also wellbeing related issues is a priority.
VISS Values in Action
Our school rules and expectations are framed by our VISS Values. We celebrate the successes of students in these five areas and school consequences are given when these values are not respected.
| Striving for EXCELLENCE | Shown through always trying your best, in class, on the playground, in sports and all school activities. |
| Celebrating DIVERSITY | Shown through understanding and respecting all people of all ages, no matter their gender, race, nationality, religion or even taste in music. |
| Showing INTEGRITY | Shown through consistent positive behaviour no matter who is or isn’t watching. |
| Prioritising LEARNING | Shown through an attitude that clearly indicates that learning is the most important aspect of school. |
| Valuing COMMUNITY | Shown through caring for all people in the VISS community and beyond, and doing all you can to ensure that those you come in contact with are comfortable and happy. |
Positive Education
This is an internationally respected system based on the principles of Positive psychology. Although relatively new to education, the strong impact has been seen in schools across the world. The concepts of PERMA are used as a base for wellbeing lessons to build on both staff and student knowledge of their own wellbeing.