Sholem Aleichem College fosters awareness of all aspects of Jewish life with a particular emphasis on the promotion of Yiddish language and literature, Jewish culture, Hebrew and "veltlekhe yiddishkayt" - a secular approach to Jewish history, traditions and customs, ethics and values. Our purpose is to cultivate in our students' a passionate sense of Jewish identity and a sense of belonging to the world-wide Jewish people with special ties to the Australian Jewish community and the State of Israel.

The College aims to develop in children the skills of numeracy, literacy, oracy and social adaptability as the basis for lifelong learning. We do this by providing a wide range of educational experiences, which acknowledge individual differences in a caring co-educational environment. Our goal is to help each student realise his or her potential, building confidence, motivation and self-discipline. We foster well-rounded development by actively involving our children in the arts, sciences and sport.

The school aims to provide the best possible educational environment and facilities which enable excellence in learning and teaching.

Sholem Aleichem College creates a secure learning environment by encouraging a harmonious working relationship involving child, teacher and parent. We build a sense of belonging and co- operation by encouraging mutual respect because of our belief in the ideas of freedom, peace and social justice.