Introduction
Founded in 2007 within the vibrant city of Port Moresby, PNG Paradise High School is a duly authorized educational institution that delivers the Papua New Guinea curriculum to students ranging from Pre-KG (four years of age) through Grade 12. Our institution boasts a diverse team of well-qualified educators, comprising both local and expatriate talents. Currently, we are proud to serve a student body of 572 individuals, supported by a dedicated teaching staff of 42 professionals.
Our primary mission is to unearth and nurture the unique skills and talents residing within our students while equipping them with the essential competencies demanded by today’s competitive and challenging world. To facilitate this goal, we are committed to providing a conducive learning environment, both within and beyond the classroom.
Within our campus, students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including an advanced science laboratory and a well-stocked library housing a vast collection of colorful and original storybooks, as well as reference materials. We also offer a wide array of extracurricular activities encompassing sports, arts, music, and more, ensuring holistic development for our students. Moreover, we harness the power of technology, integrating online resources and smart boards into our teaching methods, thereby enriching the overall learning experience.
At PNG Paradise High School, we are dedicated to empowering our students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to excel in an ever-evolving world.
Mission
Our mission is to develop a student who is:
- a public speaker
- a critical thinker
- specialized in one of the areas of music, sports, or theatre arts
- caring for others and the environment
- an independent learner
- able to analyze data
- proficient with Microsoft Office
- good at time management
- a team-worker
- a risk-taker
- emotionally intelligent
Vision
Paradise High School is to provide a quality education that will:
- innovative technology in teaching
- focus on hands-on experiences across all the subjects
- help students realize their skills and talents and offer them a unique environment to improve themselves in all aspects
- instill a love for learning and reading into students
- represent PNG in international arenas in various fields
- involve parents in their child’s education
- create awareness for a caring environment
- educate students to have ethics and values in their life
Core Values
Paradise High School represents the following values:
- paying attention individually
- pushing to the limits
- evolving continuously
- reading purposefully
- questioning meaningfully
Core Purpose
Papua New Guinea is a developing country that has all the resources available, one of which is the human resource. Paradise High School, therefore, aims to contribute to human resource development in PNG by educating individuals who will be highly qualified and equipped with the necessary skills to face the challenges in the globalized world.
Highlights of Paradise College
Accreditation: A fully permitted and registered institution catering to students from PreK through Grade 12.
Academic Excellence: A consistent record of exceptional performance in National Examinations.
Optimal Learning Environment: Limited class sizes with a cap of twenty-eight students, ensuring individual attention.
A Community of Care: Emphasizing discipline, open communication with parents, and fostering a warm, caring atmosphere.
Distinguished Faculty: A blend of seasoned expatriate and local educators committed to student success.
Modern Learning Tools: Incorporation of innovative tech solutions like smart boards, online databases, and platforms like Class Dojo.
Great Facilities: Advanced science and computer labs, air-conditioned classrooms, and a resource-rich library filled with vibrant storybooks and crucial reference materials.
Holistic Education: A special focus on Leadership and Character Education, taught by professionals.
Healthcare on Campus: An infirmary managed by a senior nurse for immediate medical care.
Tailored Academic Support: Additional tutorials during post-school hours, extra classes on Saturdays, and study camps during vacations to assist and challenge students as needed.
Quality Resources: Provision of original textbooks, inclusive of Cambridge editions for students from Grades 7 to 12.
Sports Infrastructure: An indoor basketball court and a dedicated futsal pitch to foster physical wellness.
Nutrition and Well-being: A diverse canteen menu ensures students get tasty and nutritious meals.