Useless Loop Primary School (5516)

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School Overview


Established in 1969, Useless Loop Primary School caters to students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and serves the children of employees working at Shark Bay Resources.

The school is a unique and remote educational institution located in the scenic coastal town of Useless Loop, Western Australia, approximately 850 km from Perth and 450 km from Geraldton.

Useless Loop Primary School benefits from small class sizes, which allows for an individualised approach to learning. This personalised attention promotes a whole-school philosophy of success for all students. The curriculum is delivered through two classrooms: Early Childhood (K-2) and Primary (3-6), with additional lessons through the School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE).


Key features of Useless Loop Primary School include:

  • Strong Community Ties: The school enjoys robust community support, with an active Parents and Citizens Association and a School Council that guides governance.

  • Technology-Rich Environment: Students have access to state-of-the-art technology, including iPads, laptops, and coding equipment, supporting innovative teaching and learning practices.

  • Specialist Programs: The school offers Japanese language instruction from Year 1 to Year 6 through the School of Isolated and Distance Education. Passionate teaching staff and allied professionals deliver high quality programs in Physical Education, The Arts, and STEM.

  • Remote Teaching Scheme: As part of the Remote Teaching Service, staff are provided with unparalleled professional development opportunities and generous financial incentives. As a highly sought after location, the school is fully staffed.

  • Holistic Approach: The school focuses on developing students' academic, physical, and emotional needs, creating a balanced learning environment.

  • High Standards: There is a culture of high expectations, with the school newly reinvigorated and embarking on an improvement journey.



Useless Loop Primary School is committed to ensuring that every student develops the social and academic skills necessary to transition successfully into any school in the state at any given time. The school's unique setting in a closed mining town provides a safe, supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally.