Our Mission

To develop a sense of self by:

- being self-motivated, adaptable, confident individuals
- thinking clearly, critically and creatively
- being independent and self-disciplined

To develop a sense of interconnection by:

- acting selflessly and co-operatively
- exploring the opportunities presented by
extensions to educational programs
- maintain a global perspective

To develop a sense of ownership by:

- believing in respect, responsibility and equity
- caring for our environment
- understanding our community role and contribution

At Wooragee Primary School well established communication channels and positive community spirit encourage children to learn in a caring, family atmosphere where the children are the focus and individual needs are met. There is a philosophy of multi-aging from Prep to Year 6.

Our School provides a broad and well-resourced curriculum covering all Key Learning Areas, including the regular visits by the mobile library, music and art teachers.

At Wooragee our children are provided with an exceptional range of extra-curricular opportunities. These activities range from involvement in water watch, land care and other local environment programs; cluster school activities with other local schools for excursions, sports days, arts performances, etc; involvement in the Wodonga Schools Arts Festival; visits by police re road safety, bike safety, Life Education Van; private music lessons for a variety of instruments; interaction with Beechworth Secondary College; swimming program and others.

We have excellent computer facilities and our range of reading books and mathematics equipment is constantly updated to the very latest available.

The school enjoys the strong support of the parents who demonstrate commitment to and involvement in committees, curriculum development, classroom activities, pupil welfare and the development of facilities and resources. The parents are also committed to maintaining the grounds through working bees and grounds committee.

The School Council is very hard working and committed, and operates on the basis that decisions are made with “what is best for the children” as the priority.

The school has a vision of where it wants to be in the future. Our strategic plan has developed clear goals for achievement over the next four years.

We are about to build a 21st centrury school building that will compliment our 21st century learning program. Building drawings will be loaded to this website when they are available.

2010 Annual Report - What our school is doing
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2010 Annual Report - Government Summary
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Why Wooragee Primary...

- Everyone receives a warm welcome
- There is obvious warmth between teachers and children
- An environment that supports happy, confident children
- The rural bush setting is tranquil and provides large grounds for play
- Small class sizes are kept throughout the school
- The major focus on physical, personal and social learning supports quality programs in literacy, numeracy, the arts, health and physical education, science, design, creativity and technology
- The curriculum is enriched and supported by frequent visits from specialist art, library and music teachers, Regional Library Services, Waterwatch, Landcare, Police Involvement in schools and many more
- There is a commitment to the latest in technology and educational resources

What our student's value...

- The teachers are fair, pleasant, kind and we know they like us
- As the school is small we know everyone very well and can all play together
- We have whole school camps, and excursions, which are fun!
- We never feel embarrassed or judged
- We have good relationships with the teachers
- The teachers are always willing to help us
- The classroom is always a positive working environment
- It is nice to be surrounded by the rural settings and having a creek
- We feel free to learn
- We have an open school area
- We don't feel enclosed by high fences
- We feel safe and happy at our school

What our parent's value...

- The warm, caring environment
- Recognition of individuality
- All Staff have an understanding of the strengths, learning styles and capabilities of all students.
- Promotion of self-esteem, confidence and self-worth in children
- Respect between teachers and children
- Creation of a sense of belonging
- High priority placed on developing caring relationships between families, staff and the community
- Encouragement of responsible behaviour and attitude
- The school's commitment to seeking out and employing exemplary teaching staff
- Encouragement of parents, families and communities to be actively involved in all aspects of school life
- Children provided with numerous opportunities to be involved in sport and cultural activities