Barrington Public School's purpose is reflected in its mission statement: "To promote excellence in education and integrity in personal behaviour, in a family atmosphere and rural environment."
The school promotes a friendly atmosphere where students learn in a caring and self disciplined educational setting. The school aims to develop skills, provide knowledge and foster understandings that will help students to be effective members of society now and in the future. The school endeavours to develop in students, appropriate attitudes towards themselves, others and their environment.
