Gaven State School Statement of Purpose:
The Gaven State School community is dedicated to providing a supportive and challenging learning environment which maximises education opportunities and their outcome for all students in reaching their full potential.

School Belief
It is the belief of our school that:

- Every student is to be recognized and treated as an individual in a discrimination free environment.
- All students realize and accept that there are consequences for actions.
- Through the implementation of Essential Learning education we provide a sound education.
- Our school should work towards creating a warm and stimulating classroom and school environment.
- Our school is concerned with the development of the whole student: intellectually, culturally, morally,   emotionally, spiritually and creatively, encouraging the development of self-esteem and
  self-confidence whilst providing opportunities for development of independence.
- The school accepts the responsibility to maintain, develop and implement learning programs which are   relevant to modern teaching practices and reflect acceptable standards in today’s society.
- Quality organization, management, resources and facilities provide a framework for the provision of   quality teaching and learning experiences.
- Most activities undertaken at our school focus on the student.
- The School Community is a valuable source of human and material resources.
- Maximum student development occurs when partnerships between pupils, teachers, parents and the   community are positive.