The values that are typically emphasized in ESA schools are:
• Academic achievement: Schools typically place a high value on academic achievement, encouraging students to work hard and strive for excellence in their studies.
• Knowledge: Education is primarily concerned with the acquisition and transmission of knowledge. It is the foundation of all learning and the basis of informed decision-making.
• Responsibility: Schools aim to instil a sense of responsibility in students, teaching them to take ownership of their learning and behaviour
• Respect: Schools often emphasize the importance of respecting oneself, others, and the environment.
• Collaboration: Schools often promote collaboration and teamwork as essential skills for success in the classroom and beyond.
• Critical thinking: Schools aim to foster critical thinking skills, encouraging students to analyze, evaluate, and make reasoned judgments.
• Creativity: Schools often value creativity and innovation, encouraging students to think outside the box and explore new ideas.
• Diversity and inclusivity: Schools aim to create an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and encourages students to appreciate and learn from different perspectives and cultures.
• Integrity: Schools often emphasize the importance of honesty, integrity, and ethical behaviour in all aspects of life.
• Lifelong learning: Schools aim to instil a love of learning in students, encouraging them to continue their education and personal growth throughout their lives.
• Social responsibility: Schools often encourage students to be socially responsible and engaged citizens, promoting civic education and community service
• Respect for diversity: Education should promote respect for diversity, recognizing and valuing differences in culture, language, race, religion, gender, and other dimensions of identity.
