The D.E.T and D.E.S.T core values underpin Pagewood Public School's ‘mission' to achieve its ‘vision'.
Respect
- Stand up for the rights of others (Freedom D.E.S.T)
- Respect other people's points of view
- Respect the environment (Understanding, Tolerance and Inclusion D.E.S.T)
- Respect teachers, parents and students.
Excellence
- Value the achievements in all Key Learning Areas (Doing Your Best D.E.S.T)
- Strive for your highest personal achievement ( Doing Your Best D.E.S.T).
Responsibility
- Be accountable for your own actions towards yourself, others and the environment
- Take responsibility for your own learning and pursuits
- Value the freedoms and responsibilities of being an Australian citizen (Democracy D.E.T, Freedom, D.E.S.T).
Integrity
- Be consistently honest and trustworthy
- Support others to achieve common goals (Co-operation D.E.T).
Fairness
- Treat all people fairly