The Department of Education and Training’s Strategic Plan 2008-2012 states that the objective of Education Queensland is – To provide a quality public education system that delivers opportunities for all students to achieve learning outcomes and reach their potential. This school acknowledges that education is as much about building character as it is about equipping students with specific life skills. Values based education can strengthen students’ self-esteem, optimism and commitment to personal fulfilment; and help students exercise ethical judgement and social responsibility.