Department of Education - Victoria

Wonthaggi North Primary School is a vibrant Coastal town on the Bass Coast, 128kms to the Southeast of Melbourne with approximately 155 students. The school is situated in an identified future growth corridor, with new subdivisions and commercial developments around town.

One of the great strengths of the school is our ability to provide a positive learning environment with a broad range of opportunities for our students. These opportunities include learning Spanish, Art, Drama, ICT and Physical Education along with library, extra sporting opportunities, camps and excursions. Along with before and after school care provided by Their Care.

At Wonthaggi North PS, we pride ourselves in creating an environment where all children can find the tools to be the best versions of themselves within and beyond the school walls. Our school embraces diversity and reflects the multi-cultural, artistic and varying socio-economic nature of our local community.

We believe that every individual student is capable of success. To help students succeed socially and emotionally, our staff are committed to delivering and modelling the Respectful Relationships Curriculum, Zones of Regulation and Real Schools programs. Students are empowered to have pride and respect for themselves, others and the environment, to be strong role models who show empathy and compassion for others. 

To meet every student's needs, our staff also work hard to create personalised learning spaces that allow students of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to feel safe, secure, valued and supported. Teachers deliver the curriculum through engaging lessons informed by their knowledge of each student and encourage students to take risks that allow their learning to progress. We prioritise learning with a purpose and support students in 

Our learners have many opportunities to develop their leadership skills in Junior School Council, Eco Warriors and the Cultural Team. Through these programmes we ensure that students voices are heard and valued, so that they learn the power of their own voice. 

The Sounds Write Phonics Program is taught from Prep to Grade Six and there is additional tutoring support in Mathematics and English. We value a hands-on approach to learning and support students to develop resilience, independence, accountability for their learning and problem-solving skills through challenge.

The school features a full-sized gymnasium, large outdoor play areas, covered walkways between buildings, outside classrooms, three outdoor basketball courts, a generous range of play equipment and attractive gardens. A star element of our outdoor area is the organic fruit and vegetable garden that our staff and students maintain and enjoy together. 

Parents are encouraged to participate in the school's School Council, Parents and Friends Association (PFA) or join any of our sub-committees of school council. 

 

SC1    Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the capacity to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated capacity to respond to student learning needs.

SC2    Demonstrated capacity to implement high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth. 

SC3    Demonstrated capacity to monitor and assess student learning. Demonstrated capacity to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4    Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, wellbeing and engagement.    

SC5    Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated capacity to reflect upon practice and engage in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.