Our school structure is unique, and provide a great balance between 'straight' and 'mixed-age' grade groupings. Straight grades operate in Foundation, Grade 1 and Grade 2, Grade 3 and Grade 4, and multi-aged grades run in 5/6. Staff plan in teams using an integrated curriculum approach and programs are delivered through a 2-year inquiry-based curriculum plan incorporating thinking skills.
Classroom programs are supported by specialist teachers in Indonesian, Physical Education, Science, Visual Arts and Performing Arts. In addition, Literacy Support programs are offered. A wide variety of extra-curricular activities including choir, school band, private music tuition, running club and coding clubs ensure that there are opportunities for every child. Parents are supported through programs such as Developing Literacy Partnerships, Classroom Helpers and a variety of information nights on student wellbeing and classroom programs throughout the year.
A strong Program for Students with a Disability (PSD) supports students funded under the Department of Education and Early Childhood’s Disability and Impairment program through the appointment of Education Support staff who work in conjunction with teachers and families to support special needs. Weekly Life Skills sessions are a feature of this program.
At APPS our purpose as an effective learning community is to believe in the achievement of excellence and the fulfilment of potential in a happy, caring and safe environment where students, staff and families feel a strong connection to each other and the school. We are committed to fostering a lifelong love of learning. We actively engage students in a range of authentic learning experiences. Through these, our children will develop the understanding and competencies needed to be successful learners and citizens in a rapidly changing world.
Our commitment to the Performing Arts is evident in our class music programs, choir and annual school production where each child has the opportunity to shine through drama and music. A purpose-built performing arts centre provides individual music tuition rooms as well as a brilliant performing arts studio.
Student voice is encouraged through our Junior School Council with representatives from all classes, led by School Captains and staff members. Leadership opportunities for students include School Captains, House Captains, Junior School Councillors, Environmental Leaders and Peer Mediators (our famous Peace Makers program).
A strong transition program exists for students from Kindergarten to Foundation, from level to level within the school and from Year 6 to Year 7 which promotes confidence, and independence and prepares them for the next stage of their learning.
Students and staff enjoy a state-of-the-art Information and Communication Technologies program, with active panel interactive whiteboards in all classrooms, and a one-to-one device program from Grades 1-6.
APPS provides an Out of School Hours Care program through Team Kids. This program supports families by offering before and after-school care from Monday to Friday. A Holiday Program is offered for most school holidays and curriculum days throughout the year. Childcare is also provided for many programs operating after hours enabling parents to make the most of opportunities that are on offer at various times of the year. Please visit the Team Kids website for more information.
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Every member of the school community has a right to fully participate in an educational environment that is safe, supportive and inclusive. Everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity.
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