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Beatty Secondary School

School Crest

Discover the meaning behind Beatty Secondary School's crest, colours, and motto, rooted in the legacy of Admiral Earl David Beatty.

Last updated 29 July 2026
Blue and yellow shield with open book above beehive and bees, ribbon below reading NON VI SED ARTE.

COLOUR

NAVY BLUE

YELLOW

The colours, which are the colours of Admiral Beatty, symbolise unity

The bee-hive, surrounded by buzzing bees, was derived from Admiral Beatty's Coat of Arms. The school crest symbolises hard work that has to be put in for success.

MOTTO

NON VI SED ARTE

The motto means

NOT WITH FORCE BUT WITH SKILL

This motto, chosen by Mr Meyer, the school's first principal, was taken from the Coat of Arms of Admiral Earl David Beatty after whom the school was named.