Parents are always encouraged to provide information or to share in any process which may have an impact on their children. A Catholic Christian atmosphere is essential to the distinctive nature of our school. The necessity for respect of self and respect for the dignity of others are concepts introduced and reinforced in all the grade levels. Individual and community prayer form an important part of each day as seen in the opening exercises which include a community prayer, led by students of all ages and abilities. Also, incorporated within the religion program are themes for classroom liturgies and celebrations and each class will have an opportunity to participate in the preparation for one of our monthly school masses.
Children grow and develop when they are encouraged in a warm and secure environment.
At St. Ambrose this welcoming atmosphere has been created using a variety of strategies. The school has a safe arrival policy -i.e. But more importantly, the recognition that many of our children no longer live within the traditional family structure enables the staff to ensure a sense of security and belonging for all students. Our new and younger students are also helped in their adjustment to school -e.g. Teachers plan curriculum that addresses the different rates of development, the various learning styles, and the diverse interests and talents of their students.