Wallan Primary School is strongly committed to using well-researched Literacy and Numeracy approaches for teaching and learning.

Effective teachers have precise knowledge about their students' understandings which they use to personalise all learning opportunities.

Ongoing teacher and classroom support/coaching is provided by expert Literacy and Numeracy Leaders and additional assistance programs are in place for students in need of extra support.

To further enhance classroom programs, access to technology is available in every classroom and has continued to be expanded to ensure we are one-to-one in years one to six and banks of ipads in Foundation.

The school has developed a culture that strives for continual and ongoing improvement.

The commitment to best practice and Department of Education and Training initiatives has further enhanced the teaching and learning environment.

The Wallan Primary School Inquiry program provides a sequential and comprehensive curriculum that clearly reflects the Victorian Curriculum and is being further developed to include student voice and agency.

Teachers collaboratively plan curriculum with the support of the Learning Specialists and PLC Leaders in their teaching teams to provide the best teaching and learning experiences for the students in all year levels throughout the school.

The school recognises the importance of nurturing, accepting and utilising the school community¿s diverse talents, skills, knowledge and expertise to achieve outstanding performance, share roles and tasks, reduce workload, encourage professional growth and support effective teaching and learning.

There continues to be a strong commitment to individual and whole school Professional Learning, teacher mentoring, coaching, classroom observations and feedback to improve teaching practice.

Learning Specialists and Leaders support teachers and teams to improve and continually build capacity.

Wallan Primary School recognises the importance of developing positive attitudes and values.

The school believes it is vital we focus on the development of positive attitudes towards people, the environment and learning.

It is committed to providing a high quality education for all students in a safe, caring and stimulating environment.

An essential element of this is a comprehensive school-wide student engagement program to ensure student needs are identified and supported in a safe and happy workplace.

To further build a school wide culture that reflects our values, the school has established a ¿team building¿ program for students in years one to six.

Whole school and classroom rules are clearly communicated to encourage children to accept responsibility for their behaviour and actions.

Wallan PS has committed to a minimum three-year partnership with Real Schools in ****.

Achievements are publicly recognised and celebrated.

Specialist programs and extra activities further enhance the curriculum and include Physical Education, Visual Arts, STEM, Auslan, Food (Yr 3-6), Performing Arts (F- Yr2), Bush (F - Yr2), inter-school sports, camps, excursions, incursions, and transition programs.

Classroom and specialist teachers communicate regularly with families and share student work throughout the term on various platforms including Seesaw.

Student¿ led conferences, combined with twice-yearly refined digital reports, provide parents with accurate information regarding student progress.

Selection Criteria

SC1

Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills.

Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.

• SC2

Wallan Primary School is a large, growing primary school situated in the township of Wallan, 50 kilometres north of Melbourne. We currently operate 35 well-appointed classrooms, as well as two Visual Arts rooms, Auslan/Performing Arts room, new Kitchen space, mini Gymnasium, Canteen and a brand new competition-grade Basketball Gymnasium. The school oval is well maintained and includes a half-size soccer pitch area. The shaded play areas, playgrounds and gardens are continuing to be further developed to create a welcoming environment for all students, staff, families, and visitors to the school.

Wallan Primary School is strongly committed to using well-researched Literacy and Numeracy approaches for teaching and learning. Effective teachers have precise knowledge about their students' understandings which they use to personalise all learning opportunities. Ongoing teacher and classroom support/coaching is provided by expert Literacy and Numeracy Leaders and additional assistance programs are in place for students in need of extra support. To further enhance classroom programs, access to technology is available in every classroom and has continued to be expanded to ensure we are one-to-one in years one to six and banks of ipads in Foundation.

• The school has developed a culture that strives for continual and ongoing improvement. The commitment to best practice and Department of Education and Training initiatives has further enhanced the teaching and learning environment. The Wallan Primary School Inquiry program provides a sequential and comprehensive curriculum that clearly reflects the Victorian Curriculum and is being further developed to include student voice and agency. Teachers collaboratively plan curriculum with the support of the Learning Specialists and PLC Leaders in their teaching teams to provide the best teaching and learning experiences for the students in all year levels throughout the school. The school recognises the importance of nurturing, accepting and utilising the school community¿s diverse talents, skills, knowledge and expertise to achieve outstanding performance, share roles and tasks, reduce workload, encourage professional growth and support effective teaching and learning. There continues to be a strong commitment to individual and whole school Professional Learning, teacher mentoring, coaching, classroom observations and feedback to improve teaching practice. Learning Specialists and Leaders support teachers and teams to improve and continually build capacity.