Dear Parents
On behalf of the Dorset school community I extend a warm welcome to you to our web site.
Some valuable upcoming events for Current and Prospective Parents include:Overview
Grade 3/4 Camp
End of Term Disco
Cross Country trials
Dorset Primary School's focus is on providing a nurturing environment in which individual students are valued and encouraged to develop the highest standards in personal and academic achievement.
The school strives to meet individual needs of students, catering for those who require special assistance and fostering special talents and interests. The school fosters the students’ desire to learn by stimulating their curiosity and developing relevant learning activities directly related to school interests.
The school aims to provide equality of opportunity, regardless of language, cultural background or gender.
The staff has adopted a team approach to curriculum planning and implementation. An ongoing program of professional development aims to build on teachers’ considerable skills and experience.
Parental involvement is valued and parents are encouraged to enrich curriculum by sharing their skills and participating in all facets of school life. This high level of parental participation enhances the community spirit existing within the school.
The school offers seven-year sequential programs in each of: English, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Health and Physical Education, , Music, Studies of Society and the Environment, The Arts and French.
I trust your association with our school is a happy and valued one for us all.
John Jacobs
Principal
Delwyn Ellis, our wonderful assistant principal is retiring after 23 dedicated years of service to Dorset Primary School. Delwyn will be missed by all. For all the students, parents and school community, we are collecting donations to purchase a gift for Delwyn to remember her time here. If you would like to contribute please put your donation in the attached envelope and return it to school.
Dorset Primary School's OHSC Providers.
Maroondah "Magic" Basketball Club
Croydon Junior Football Club
This is what the Reviewer said about our great school…….
Dorset Primary School is a fine school, with many positives and is a great place to learn. Its results suggest that students are well extended and well prepared for success in their secondary schooling. With the significant change of staff now occurring as the school grows and some staff retire, the administration and School Council will need to work hard to ensure that the elements which have made the school strong are maintained.
