Mission 
As a learning community, Kew East Primary School is committed to the provision of rich educational learning experiences which allow each student to attain their potential.

Vision 
Kew East Primary School will:

• Educate students to respond in a caring and compassionate manner to new ideas and technologies within a rapidly changing world
• Actively encourage student connectedness, resilience, active citizenship and social competencies
• Encourage the development of motivated, inquiring and independent life long learners
• Provide opportunities for students to develop decision-making, problem solving and critical thinking skills

Values
RELATIONSHIPS: Friendship, Kindness, Compassion, Family, Enjoyment, Peace, Fairness

• Developing positive relationships with others
• Being a good friend to others
• Developing a connectedness to family, friends and the community
• Being compassionate and having empathy for others

RESPECT: Honesty, Manners, Acceptance, Tolerance

• Care and concern for yourself
• Care and concern for others
• Acceptance of difference
• Looking after the environment
• Showing pride in our school

RESPONSIBILITY: Happiness, Learning, Health, Teamwork, Co-operation

• Achievement of personal best
• Being accountable for our actions
• Acceptance of individual and team responsibility
• Sharing knowledge and working effectively together

RESILIENCE: Self-esteem, Self-confidence, Positive Attitudes

• Developing self-management skills
• Being optimistic
• Developing perseverance

These core values are derived from our school vision and underpin all levels of operation throughout the school.  These values are actively promoted through our Whole School Student Wellbeing Program.