I am honoured and privileged as the Principal of Blackburn High School to warmly welcome you to our vibrant,
innovative and caring school community, where students and teachers learn and grow together. Our positive school culture inspires students to flourish academically, emotionally and socially, allowing them to achieve outstanding educational outcomes throughout their time at Blackburn High School.
Our school values of Respect, Pursuit of Excellence and Citizenship together with our motto Ad Lucem Crescimus are central to our culture of high expectations for all. We are an inclusive learning community where quality relationships are nurtured. Our students are actively encouraged to be leaders and participate in decision making to shape the future of our School. Our Student Leadership Program ensures that a range of diverse voices are heard and considered.
The holistic development of each student is achieved through a joint focus on their involvement in both a rich academic and extensive co-curricular program. Blackburn High School’s Learning Norms form the foundation of the high expectations and aspirations we have for all students. The Learning Norms promote preparation, foster resilience and endeavour to impart a passion for lifelong learning.
We provide a comprehensive and challenging educational program with opportunities for students of all abilities, including high achieving students, encouraging them to think creatively and critically and further develop their interests.
The House System fosters a sense of community and assists students to reach their full educational potential, empowering them to take responsibility for their own learning and their own behaviour in an environment where effort as well as achievement are acknowledged and celebrated.
Our dedicated and talented teachers at Blackburn High School have a shared belief that all students can learn and succeed. They take collective responsibility for improving instructional practices to achieve gains in learning for all of their students. They are reflective and committed to an ongoing process that promotes deep learning.
At Blackburn High School, the parent community is valued, and we continue to encourage their contribution by forging strong links and an active partnership that supports the learning and development of our students.
Joanna Alexander
Principal
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