Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ Diggers Rest Primary School ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ Diggers Rest Primary School At Diggers Rest Primary School … … our school values are Learning, Respect, Compassion and Empathy and Pride in our School. … we believe that every child has the right to achieve their full potential in a safe and secure environment.

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ School Organisation Diggers Rest Primary School was built in 1990 Small Class Sizes Experienced and Caring Staff Friendly Family Environment Physical Education & Art Specialist Programs High Achievement in Literacy & Numeracy

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ D.R.P.S. Curriculum Victorian Essential Learning Standards Support Programs I.C.T. Focus – Ultranet and iPads Whole School Planning

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ Specialist & Support Services Art & Craft English as a Second Language House & Inter-School Sport Physical Education Primary Welfare Officer Reading Recovery Rainbow Reading Corrective Reading Student Support Services

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ Student Behaviour & Wellbeing School Nurse Prep Buddies Peer Support Anti Bullying Policy Primary Welfare Officer Psychology & Speech Pathology Services Students are supervised in both the classroom and the yard

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ Extra Curricula Activities Active After School Communities Program Lunch Time Activities Incursions & Excursions Billy Cart Derby Bike Education Keyboard Singing Group School Assembly

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ D.R.P.S. Facilities Art Room Well Maintained Multipurpose Room Spacious Classrooms Well Resourced Library Modern Classroom Design Picturesque Rural Setting Computers in all Rooms with Internet Access

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ D.R.P.S. Facilities Sand Pit Shaded Areas Fitness Track Two netball courts Extensive grassed areas Four sets of Play Equipment Recycled Water

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ D.R.P.S. Uniform The wearing of school is compulsory You can buy uniforms from the office Students may also wear shorts or track suit pants purchased from other retail outlets, as long as they are the right style and colour.

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ Community Involvement Special Events Billy Cart Derby Graduation Night Grandparents’ Day Community Carols Night Strong Links with Community Organisations

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ Parent Involvement Classroom Helpers Parents’ Club Special Events School Council Sports, Camps, Incursions & Excursions

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ It’s NOT ok to be AWAY! Regular attendance is ESSENTIAL for your child to succeed at school. Absences and lateness from school not only affects your child, but also impacts on the teacher’s ability to plan and teach. Inform your child’s teacher if your child is away Arrive at school at 8.50 am School ends at 3.15 pm

Diggers Rest Primary School No. 2479 ‘Making Learning a Lifelong Journey’ Positive Relationships At Diggers Rest Primary School we believe that students learn best when they are happy, feel safe and are supported by both teachers and parents. It is our priority to create and maintain a caring environment for all our students. * * * If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact the school.