Gairdner Primary School (5180)

School Overview


Welcome to Gairdner Primary School, an Independent Public School located 145kms east of Albany. Our small school is integral to the thriving rural community of Gairdner and has strong links with the neighbouring towns of Jerramungup, Bremer Bay, Borden, Ongerup and Wellstead.

Gairdner Primary School is a place where everybody feels valued and safe and where individual differences are appreciated, understood and accepted.

At Gairdner Primary School we celebrate progress over achievement whilst proudly promoting a high care and high expectations approach for our students.

Our teachers are skilled professionals who understand that instruction has many facets. They strive for excellence in their understanding of content, instructional strategies, instructional skills and classroom management. Our staff know each child as a valued individual and tailor learning programs to meet their needs. Teachers work collaboratively, using human and physical resources to enhance teaching and learning to improve each child's outcomes. Class sizes are small allowing for students to have a uniquely tailored and individual education. Our teacher's align their practice under Department of Education initiatives Teaching for Impact to ensure a consistent and best practice model for all students.

As a school our student's understand our Whole School Expectations and take pride in both our standards of behaviour and high academic expectations.

Most of our students live on local farms travelling to school by bus, with one providing a shuttle service to Jerramungup for secondary students. Families in the area have strong links to the community going back generations, enhancing our school's strong community spirit.

Our school consists of two classrooms, our Explorers (K-2) and our Discoverers (3-6), a purpose built library and a building dedicated to Science, Technology and the Arts. All classrooms are equipped with desktop computers, interactive whiteboards and iPads.

We have an active School Board and P&C Association who support the school as they continually improve the resources and facilities.

We encourage you to find out more about our school:
T: 9836 0400
E: Gairdner.PS@education.wa.edu.au