WBIS has a clear, shared vision and vision resulting from common beliefs and values. Starting with the school’s mission and goals helps to develop a powerful school improvement plan focused on desired results. Everyone in the school is working towards a common goal and knows where they are going and why. The focus is on a consistent, positive direction for all involved.

At WBIS we are driven by a deep belief that every student is capable of successful learning. Accordingly we provide a learning environment that is safe, respectful, tolerant, inclusive and that promotes intellectual rigour.

At WBIS, effective leadership has a powerful impact on the continuous improvement of teaching and learning through creating a culture of high expectations, providing clarity about what teachers are to teach and students are to learn, establishing strong professional learning communities and leading ongoing efforts to improve teaching practices. School leaders nurture and develop a positive school culture that is conducive to learning and professional growth. They encourage distributive leadership, where teachers and other staff take on leadership roles within the school.

WBIS is a high performing school where there is evidence of strong teamwork across all year groups and with other staff. Staff are connected and involved with each other, including parents and members of the community.

At WBIS we encourage a school-wide, shared responsibility for student learning and success by ensuring the development of a culture of continuous professional improvement that includes classroom-based learning, mentoring and coaching. A high priority is given to the school-wide analysis and discussion of systematically collected data on student outcomes, including academic, attendance and behavioural outcomes, and student wellbeing. Teaching is adjusted based on frequent monitoring of student progress and needs. Assessment results are used to focus and improve instructional programs

Our school is committed to placing an emphasis on staff development and professional practice. Professional development is linked to the school’s mission and strategic plan.

At WBIS we  actively seek ways to enhance student learning and wellbeing by partnering with parents and families, other education and training institutions, local businesses, and community organizations.  Partnerships could be strategically established to address identified student needs and operate by providing access to experiences, support and intellectual and/or physical resources not available within the school.