Pingrup Primary School (5380)

School Overview

Motto: Working Together - Reaching Higher

Located approximately 360km south-east of Perth, Pingrup Primary School is a small rural school that values individual education through caring and attentive one-to-one instruction.

Educational Approach:
* Cooperative Learning: Students from Kindergarten to Year 6 demonstrate cooperative learning skills and participate in student-focused, integrated learning opportunities.

* Dynamic Classrooms: Multi-aged classrooms are well-catered for with dynamic planning and peer tutoring, which effectively enhances students' understanding of concepts.

* Differentiated Curriculum: Small class sizes allow dedicated and enthusiastic teaching staff to offer a differentiated curriculum, catering to the individual needs and interests of each child.

Programs and Opportunities:
* High-Quality Programs: The school delivers high-quality programs following the School Curriculum and Standards Authority WA, including InitiaLit and Heggerty for phonological and literacy skills, and Origo Stepping Stones for basic mathematics skills.

* Extracurricular Activities: Students have opportunities to engage in sporting, academic, and leadership activities, fostering a strong sense of self and preparing them for future schooling and life beyond school.

* Collaborative Learning: Pingrup Primary collaborates with nearby schools like Nyabing Primary School, Ongerup Primary School, Borden Primary School, and Newdegate Primary School for shared learning experiences, including visiting artists, sporting activities, and carnivals.

* Year 5 and 6 Camp: Every second year, Year 5 and 6 students participate in a camp with students from Nyabing and Kukerin Primary School.

Facilities and Resources:
* 21st Century Learning: Classrooms are air-conditioned and equipped with Information, Communication, and Technology hardware, including interactive whiteboards, laptops, iPads, and printers. Students also engage with BeeBots, Sphero, and Edison robots as part of their digital technology learning. The library features a BenQ Smart TV for classes and training opportunities.

* Outdoor Improvements: Recent improvements include outdoor climbing equipment, a mud kitchen in the sandpit, and a variety of sporting equipment for older students. The outdoor playground areas, undercover areas, lunch shelter, and gardens provide spaces for both active play and relaxation. Students have also created a bushtucker garden and a fruit and vegetable garden, sharing the harvest among themselves.

Community Support:
* P&C Association: The school receives strong support from the Parents and Citizens (P&C) Association. Parents and community groups play a vital role in encouraging community pride and promoting beneficial experiences for students' development. A strong sense of community provides students with real-life experiences and a connection to the world around them.

We are proud of our students and believe your child would love to be part of our educational family. For guided tours and an opportunity to experience the Pingrup difference, please contact our friendly staff at 6851 4700 or 0427 201 039. You can also 'like' us on Facebook to stay updated on special events and activities.