Kalamunda Primary School, in Kalamunda
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| Kalamunda Primary School is situated in the Hills area of the Perth Metropolitan area, approximately 20 kilometres from the Perth GPO. The school was established 106 years ago in a semi forest environment. This environment still largely exists with state forests and national parks in close proximity. The school has extensive grounds with play areas, sitting areas, netball and basket ball courts and a large oval for sport. It is equipped with a multi purpose hall, specialised art department, a well-resourced library, a multi purpose undercover area and a school canteen. Recognised in the community as having a safe, stimulating environment the school currently caters for just fewer than 270 students from K to year 7 drawn from the local community. Students are offered a comprehensive learning program across all year levels and enjoy specialist programs in Music, Instrumental Music, Library, LOTE (Indonesian) and Visual Arts. Information, Communication Technology is integrated throughout all learning areas. Emphasis is placed on developing students' knowledge, skills and attitudes consistent with the values and outcomes articulated in the Curriculum Framework. Senior students are provided with opportunities to engage in leadership roles as Prefects, Class Councillors and Faction Captains. In these positions students have the chance to make decisions as elected representatives of their peers. There is strong collegiality amongst staff who can be characterised as energetic and firmly committed to the school and its students. Many live in the Kalamunda community and have a close connection with the local area and the school. Harmonious and valued relationships exist between the school and the community. Parent participation in their child's education is actively encouraged and supported with many parents helping in the class rooms and with extra-curricula activities. The school has a small but active parent body that is enthusiastically involved in their child's education and actively raise money to provide extra facilities. Parents appreciate the pastoral care approach of the school and are very supportive of the School Dress Code. | ||||
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| 2009-03-23 16:14:19 Added by Anonymous Report abuse
| Many local children attend the school and so keep the community feeling that exists in the area. | The school has gone rapidly down hill recently. | Initially loved the school but with the recent administration change things are moving backwards. | ||
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