A Noble Selective School


We take pride in being a holistic school with a difference. Our selective enrolment process goes beyond just academic achievements; we prioritise students and families who align with our core values of Responsibility, Accountability, Discipline, and Integrity. By carefully selecting individuals who are true seekers of personal and academic growth, possess a thirst for wisdom, and are committed to developing upright moral conduct, we create a harmonious and supportive community of learners who excel in wisdom, morality, and discipline.

Our Unique Selection Criteria

Unlike typical selective schools that allocate places solely based on past academic achievements, we seek students and families who share our commitment to personal and academic growth. Our selection process prioritises those who are dedicated to embracing wisdom, upholding moral values, and demonstrating discipline in their pursuit of excellence.


Supporting a young person's success at Pal



Qualities of a Successful Person

Experience shows us that the students who succeed at Pal have adults at home who support them to develop the 4 key attributes of Responsibility, Accountability, Discipline & Integrity These attributes can be cultivated in relation to schoolwork, and also in many other aspects of family life. Household chores, hobbies, extracurricular activities, family gatherings and day-to-day family expectations ALL provide opportunities to cultivate these important qualities.  

Responsibility

  • Students are responsible for:

    • their behaviour and moral character,
    • setting expectations, learning and achieving,
    • maintaining uniform and equipment,
    • making the most of opportunities and being actively engaged,
    • managing technology and
    • serving and supporting the family at home.
  • Parents and families are responsible for:

    • building moral character, 
    • setting high expectations,
    • ensuring attendance,
    • engaging with school events/culture,
    • showing interest in their child's learning, and
    • offering their skills and talents to help the school community.


  • Teachers and staff are responsible for:

    • building moral character,
    • providing a safe learning environment,
    • delivering engaging learning experiences,
    • offering instruction and guidance,
    • equipping students with useful skills and tools,
    • monitoring and reporting on progress, and
    • maintaining effective communication with families.

Accountability

  • Students are to complete classwork and homework through OneNote, with parents actively checking OneNote.
  • Assessments must be completed, and examinations are conducted twice a year.
  • Parents are actively using Parent Portal to gauge their child's academic and moral progress.

Discipline

  • Students are expected to maintain the school uniform and personal grooming standards.
  • We encourage the development of healthy habits, completion of all homework and study, and responsible tablet use.
  • Students are encouraged to contribute at home by participating in cooking and cleaning

Integrity

  • Promoting truthful, kind, and meaningful communication, with parents being able to communicate with the school through the Parent Portal, email, phone calls, SMS, and the parent's WhatsApp group.
  • By upholding our 10 Codes of Moral Conduct.


A Small School Where Big Things Happen

An Array of Opportunities for Growth

Pal Buddhist School may be small, but it's a place where big things happen. We offer a vibrant array of opportunities beyond core academic subjects, ensuring that every student's journey is enriched. Throughout their time at Pal, students will:

  • Gain a sense of belonging as part of a house team, mixing with peers of different ages from across the school.
  • Challenge themselves physically through regular sports activities and competitions.
  • Explore creative and performing arts.
  • Be encouraged to step outside their comfort zones and take on new challenges.
  • Engage with people from different cultures and gain global perspectives.
  • Participate in formal debating activities.
  • Study the Dhamma in structured weekly sessions.
  • Engage in service activities to contribute to the well-being of the community.
  • Experience camps and excursions.
  • Become familiar with world-class digital technology as a tool for learning.
  • Have opportunities for student leadership in a range of extracurricular activities.

Our Project-Based Learning Programs

Read more about the unique educational programs we have here at Pal Buddhist School, across Kindergarten to Year 12.

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