Whitehorse Primary School

Our attractive campus is located in a quiet residential area. We have a diverse student population and a warm, friendly and caring community.

We are a school committed to a culture of teaching and learning excellence. We are very proud of our strong academic program and a rich curriculum that develops the whole child and promotes real-world learning. Our class structure allows for a highly flexible, developmental approach to classroom learning. Catering to individual learning needs and interests prepares our children for living, working and succeeding in an increasingly globalised, digital world.

The cornerstones of Literacy and Numeracy are given strong emphasis in our daily timetable. Children learn other foundation subjects - such as Science, Humanities, Health and Technology - through a holistic, inquiry-based approach. These Integrated Studies allow us to respond to the needs, ideas and interests of the children. Specialist teachers also provide dedicated weekly sessions in Visual Art, Music, Chinese, Library and Physical Education. Incursions, excursions and camps complement classroom learning. Technology is incorporated throughout our curriculum, with iPads providing engaging, personalised learning opportunities.
Special features of our school include:

· New facilities designed by award-winning, international architects

· Large classrooms

· Full-sized sports oval and large indoor stadium

· Victoria’s only Questacon maths problem-solving centre (Grade 1 – 6)

· Australia’s 1st Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program in a primary school (Grade 3 – 6)

· Innovative leadership program, “The Leader in Me” (Prep to Grade 6)

· Specialist sports and swimming clinics (Prep to Grade 6)

· Age-appropriate leadership opportunities, including Junior School Council

· University-sponsored Maths, English and Solar Vehicle competitions

· Private music tuition (piano, keyboard, guitar and violin)

· Lunchtime clubs and activities

· Religious Education (optional)

· Canteen with delicious homemade dishes and weekly specials

· Before and After School care

Whitehorse Primary School also has an onsite kindergarten. Seedlings @ Whitehorse Kindergarten provides a broad play-based learning environment that offers the children a balance of academic, artistic and practical experiences. Staff members are dedicated to educating the whole child by creating and supporting a genuine love of learning within each child. By freely using arts and activities to encourage academic learning, the children gain an internal motivation to learn which results in independent, capable and self-directed students.

The Kindergarten program is enhanced by the opportunity to use the school’s facilities. The children have regular access to the kitchen/garden, gym, library and music room. Incursions and excursions form part of the curriculum.