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1. HARSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL
3. CURRICULUM Literacy and Numeracy a high priority.
Regular Sport/Physical Education.
The Arts
Technology.
Integrated Units.
An Innovative and “Real Life” approach.
4. DISCIPLINE Sound guidelines.
All students know consequences for actions.
“Bully-proof” environment.
Self-discipline the key to success.
Students given responsibility for their learning.
Supportive atmosphere that encourages “risk-taking”.
5. PARENTS Harston is a Community School.
Parents play a great part in the school function.
Parents are always welcome.
Community “get togethers” are a feature.
Parents Club meet regularly as does School Council.
6. EXTENSION ACTIVITIES Intensive swimming Program.
Athletics Sports.
School camps
Regular Excursions and interaction with “Cluster Schools”.
Many visitors to the school – Waterwatch, MS Readathon, Jump Rope, CFA, and so on.
Mobile Library.
Visiting Art Specialist
7. CLASS SIZES Excellent
Pupil:Staff
ratios
8. TECHNOLOGY Excellent computer ratio with regular access.
Creative use of Technology as a tool for learning.
9. GROUNDS Wide, open spaces.
10. FUN
12. Email us on harston.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au Web Site
www.harstonps.vic.edu.au/harston